VOICED : West Africa's Fulani nomads fight climate change to survive

The transcript describes the challenges faced by Fulani herders in West Africa due to drought and climate change. It highlights their annual migration in search of water and pasture, the impact of urban migration, and the support provided by local initiatives and radio stations. The narrative concludes with a traditional celebration marking the end of the rainy season.

What is the primary reason for the Fulani herders' migration from Nigeria to Niger?

• To seek employment opportunities

• To find greener pastures for their livestock

• To visit family members

• To escape political conflict

How has climate change affected the Fulani herders' traditional way of life?

• It has improved their agricultural yield

• It has increased their access to water resources

• It has led to more frequent migrations

• It has caused a loss of livestock and forced some to move to cities

What challenge do Fulani herders face when moving to cities?

• Difficulty in finding employment that meets their needs

• Increased risk of disease

• Lack of educational facilities

• High cost of living

What is a major environmental issue contributing to the challenges faced by Fulani herders?

• Water pollution

• Air pollution

• Desertification and soil erosion

• Deforestation

What role does the local radio station MERHABA play for the Fulani herders?

• It helps them sell their livestock

• It provides entertainment programs

• It offers educational courses

• It broadcasts information about safe migration routes and pasture availability

What is one of the programs launched by the Livestock Union to support Fulani herders?

• Building new roads

• Offering scholarships for children

• Establishing dairy farms for women

• Providing free housing

What is the significance of the festival celebrated by the Fulani at the end of the rainy season?

• It is a trade fair for selling livestock

• It is a religious ceremony

• It is a time for families to reconnect and celebrate the well-being of their animals

• It marks the beginning of the dry season