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Nation dubbed the “cradle of mankind” NYT Crossword Clue

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The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Nation dubbed the "cradle of mankind"" is KENYA.
Kenya is often referred to as the 'cradle of mankind' due to the discovery of some of the earliest human fossils in the Great Rift Valley region. This nickname highlights its significance in the study of human evolution.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Crossword on December 26, 2025.
Kenya is a country in East Africa known for its diverse wildlife and landscapes.
Nairobi's country, Mombasa’s nation, Nairobi is its capital, Lake Turkana setting, Nairobi is its largest city

The answer to “Nation dubbed the “cradle of mankind”” in the New York Times puzzle December 26 2025 is KENYA. Quite straight and simple! Complete your daily NYT Mini challenge with this solution.

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