Uncovering the History of Early African Populations with Ancient DNA
New research published today has revealed a previously unknown ancient African population that lived around 8,000 years ago. The remarkable discovery was made possible by the analysis of ancient DNA from human remains found in the Great Rift Valley in Kenya. The study, conducted by an international team of researchers, suggests that the group of people were an ancient offshoot of the early African population.
Today, a groundbreaking study has been published that has revealed a previously unknown ancient African population that lived around 8,000 years ago. Using ancient DNA from human remains found in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, an international team of researchers have uncovered a new branch of the early African population. This fascinating find has shed light on the ancient migrations of humans across Africa and provides new insight into the continent’s population history.
source: Phys.org