The nomads of the Ferlo Desert (World 2024, by Christian Bobst) - Swiss Press Award

Christian Bobst
Khardiata Ba (27) zieht mit ihren Kindern, ihrem Mann und ihrer Schwester durch die Ferlo-Wüste auf der Suche nach Gras und Wasser für die riesige Kuhherde ihrer Großfamilie.
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Photo / World
2024
Christian Bobst
Located in the Sahel region is the Ferlo Desert, a 70,000 square kilometer area in Senegal that has always been arid. Despite the harsh conditions, the nomadic Fulani people live here. Their culture dates back to the 10th century and is closely linked to their herds of cattle, goats, and sheep. However, climate change is putting increasing pressure on their traditional way of life.
