What does the cryptic crossword clue "Like upper Nile region with Vikings perhaps in charge (8)" mean?

The definition is "Like upper Nile region". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). DANES (synonym="Vikings perhaps") in SUE (synonym="charge") = SUDANESE; definition: "Like upper Nile region" The answer is SUDANESE.

Like upper Nile region with Vikings perhaps in charge (8)

Times Cryptic #28784 | 16 Across | 2023-12-12 flower

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