Ancient lifestyle under threat


By AGENCY

An Amazigh man near a herd of sheep close to the village of Amellagou. Severe water shortages have pushed some nomads to take out loans to feed their livestock. Photos: AFP

In the blistering desert of Morocco, the country’s last Berber nomads, the Amazigh, say their ancient lifestyle is under threat as climate change brings ever-more intense droughts.

“Everything has changed,” said Moha Ouchaali, his wrinkled features framed by a black turban. “I don’t recognise myself anymore in the world of today. Even nature is turning against us.”

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