Nile-What are its branches?

The Nile consists of two principal branches - the White Nile and the Blue Nile - which join at Khartoum to form the main Nile. The main Nile consists of the Egyptian Nile and the Cataract Nile. The White Nile, which is the longest segment, may be further subdivided into: 1) The Central Sudan region; 2) The Sudd; and 3) the Lake Plateau region.