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The article offers geographical information on the regions of Sahara and Sahel in Africa. It states that Sahel is a region converted betweeen the Sahara Desert in the north and the Savanna ecosystem in the south. It also notes that several ethnic groups live in the regions of Sahara and Sahel which include the Malians, Wodaabe, and the Tuaregs. Several photos of the place and its people are also provided.

The article presents information on the Tuareg festival celebrated in Timia, Niger. The festival reminds the younger generation, who are increasingly influenced by Western-influenced lifestyles, of the cultural traditions and values of the Tuareg community. The Tuareg festival includes traditional poetry, camel racing, dancing, singing, eating, and songs based on Tuareg music.