Herder's Journey: Sahel Crisis Forces Migration to Ivory Coast

Nouhoun Sidibè, a herder from Burkina Faso, lost his livestock to armed men in 2020 and migrated to Ivory Coast in 2023, leaving behind his traditional life. Now, he works for others, struggling with high living costs and unemployment in Abidjan. The Sahel conflict has forced thousands of herders, including ethnic Fulani, to migrate to coastal countries like Ivory Coast, facing unfair accusations and identity loss. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.