The San people, also known as the Bushmen or Saan, are indigenous hunter-gatherer cultures in Southern Africa, considered among the oldest surviving cultures in the region. They have a rich history, estimated to have lived in Southern Africa for at least 20,000 years. The term "San" is a collective term for diverse groups of hunter-gatherers who share historical and linguistic connections. They are distinct from other groups in the region, such as the Khoikhoi and more recent immigrants like the