What are made African houses called?

African houses have various names depending on the region and ethnic group. Some common names include:

1. Iglu - Inuit homes (Arctic)

2. Rondavel - Round, thatched-roof hut found in Southern Africa

3. Tukul - Cylindrical house with a conical roof made of grass or straw; common in Ethiopia and Eritrea

4. Manyatta - A homestead or enclosure surrounded by a fence or hedge, common in East Africa

5. Kasbah - Fortified village or dwelling, found in North Africa and West Africa

6. Mud House - A building constructed using mud mixed with other materials like straw or sticks

7. Giriama Hut - Rectangular house with a pitched roof common among the Giriama people of Kenya

8. Ksar - A fortified village or settlement in North Africa, particularly Morocco and Algeria

9. Impluvium House - Ancient Roman houses with an opening in the roof to collect rainwater

10. Long House - A type of dwelling consisting of a single, long rectangular building.