Survey results in the Sahel of northern Butana in Sudan: from the early Middle Stone Age to the Meroitic Period

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Field survey uncovers 90 archaeological sites in northern Butana, highlighting cultural evolution in the Sahel region.

Ninety new archaeological sites were recorded in northern Butana, showcasing diverse prehistoric human activities and adaptations.
The survey identified high-density concentrations of stone artifacts and burial sites, spanning significant archaeological periods.
Field project conducted in the Dihaira region of the Sahel aimed to understand the landscape units used by Middle Stone Age inhabitants.
Findings call for further investigation into the prehistoric cultural evolution and mobility in this ecoclimatic transition zone.

Ahmed Nassr (2025) studied this question.

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