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The Nile is a river in Africa that runs north for about 6650 km from its source in Burundi to its mouth in Egypt where it drains into the Mediterranean Sea. It is the longest river in the world and a vital water source for the countries it runs through, including Sudan, Ethiopia, Egypt, and others. The Nile has played a significant role in the development of the civilizations that have flourished along its banks, including the ancient Egyptian civilization, and is still an important source of water and food for millions of people in the region.

Origine

The Nile River is believed to have its source in two main tributaries, the Blue Nile and the White Nile, which converge in northern Sudan. The Blue Nile, which originates in Lake Tana in Ethiopia, is considered the longer and more important of the two tributaries, as it provides most of the water and sediment to the river. The White Nile, which originates at Lake Victoria in Uganda, is the longer of the two but contributes relatively little water to the river. The exact location of the Nile's source has been a subject of debate for centuries, and many different locations have been proposed over the years. However, Lake Tana in Ethiopia is widely accepted as the source of the Blue Nile, and thus the overall source of the Nile River.

Countries passing 

The Nile River flows through 11 countries in Africa: Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. The river forms a significant part of the geography and economy of each of these countries, providing water for agriculture, hydropower, and other purposes, as well as being a major transportation route for goods and people. Some of the most significant cities along the Nile include Khartoum in Sudan, Juba in South Sudan, Kampala in Uganda, and cario in Egypt.

Delta

The Nile Delta is the fertile region in northern Egypt where the Nile River flows into the Mediterranean Sea. The delta is shaped like a triangle and covers an area of approximately 40,000 square kilometers. The Nile River deposits rich silt and sediment in the delta, creating fertile soil that supports agriculture, including the growing of crops such as cotton, rice, and wheat. The delta is also home to many important cities, including Damietta, Rosetta, and Alexandria, and has been a major center of trade, commerce, and culture for thousands of years. The delta is an important wildlife habitat and is home to many species of birds, fish, and other animals, including the Nile crocodile. The delta is also a valuable source of oil and natural gas, and has been the site of many battles and political struggles throughout history.