Aweer people
| Total population | |
|---|---|
| 20,103 | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
| Kenya, Somalia | |
| Languages | |
| Aweer, Somali (In Somalia) | |
| Religion | |
| Predominantly Sunni Islam
| |
| Related ethnic groups | |
| Other Cushitic-speaking peoples, especially Garre |
The Aweer (also known as the Boni and Sanye) are a Cushitic ethnic group inhabiting the Coast Province in southeastern Kenya. Some members are also found in southern Somalia. They are indigenous foragers, traditionally subsisting on hunting, gathering, and collecting honey.