An interesting piece, as Ed has alluded to this is very much a collection if differing elements.
The hilt style is found on daggers in areas like Dongola and Kordafan. The silver is a reused bracelet, it looks very similar to Rashaida work.
The blade is likely locally made, although better photos would greatly aid in determining this.
Overall this strikes me as a piece that was rehilted relatively recently.
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