Nevete

Nevete is a small, rural locality located in the eastern part of the Balkan Peninsula, within the administrative boundaries of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The settlement lies at an elevation of approximately 350 metres above sea level, in a valley surrounded by mixed deciduous forests and foothills of the Dinaric Alps. The nearest urban centre is the municipality of Brčko, situated roughly twelve kilometres to the north.

The earliest documented reference to Nevete dates back to the 14th century, when it appeared in Ottoman tax registers as a modest agrarian village. Throughout the centuries it maintained its status as a primarily farming community, with local inhabitants cultivating wheat, barley, and fruit trees. The 19th and early 20th centuries saw a gradual transition toward livestock rearing, particularly sheep and cattle, as market demands shifted. The village experienced a modest population decline during the Yugoslav Period due to urban migration and economic centralisation.

According to the 2013 census, Nevete has a population of 245 residents, predominantly of Bosniak and Serbian ethnic composition, with a small minority of Croats. The community is organised under a local council, which administers basic public services such as primary education, community health outposts and maintenance of communal infrastructure. Agriculture remains the principal economic activity, though many residents commute to nearby towns for employment in the service sector.

Culturally, Nevete preserves traditional Bosnian customs, celebrating the Islamic festival of Ramadan and the Christian feast of St. George in parallel community events. Folklore includes ballads describing pastoral life that are performed at village gatherings. Despite its small size, Nevete hosts an annual harvest festival that attracts participants from surrounding villages, showcasing local crafts, cuisine, and music.