Tribal braids or cornrows are braided from the front of your head to the rear typically with cornrows in Fulani braids, also known as tribal cornrows; they are braided through the centre of your head from front to back.
Though far from new, the cornrows in the front, box Braids in the back hairstyle has made a comeback in a big way and for good reason. Box Braids are a protective type of braid, easy to maintain and they look amazing.
For a few extra layers, consider serving up your cornrow braids with a weave. After sewing in the weave, play around with diverse styles of braids until you find one highlight your new look.