The Swahilis and Zulus are two African ethnic groups that are part of the Bantu people. The Bantu are an ethno-linguistic group of people who speak Bantu languages and inhabit much of Sub-Saharan Africa. The Swahilis are a Bantu ethnic group inhabiting East Africa, primarily in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. The Zulus are a Bantu ethnic group from Southern Africa, primarily in South Africa. Both the Swahilis and Zulus have a rich cultural heritage and have made significant contributions to African history.