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<p>This study examines the adaptation strategies of pastoral communities in the Wilaya of Naama in response to escalating drought and aridity, aiming to provide an in-depth view of the challenges and solutions pertinent to these indigenous communities. The research methodology combines quantitative analysis of historical climate data (1967–2021) with qualitative insights from 150 semi-structured interviews interviews with local pastoralists. The findings indicate that traditional practices like transhumance are undergoing significant modifications or being abandoned due to erratic seasonal climates and the severe degradation of grazing lands. In response, pastoralists are progressively adopting alternative livelihoods and adaptive strategies, such as introducing drought-tolerant livestock breeds, adjusting migration routes, and employing modern farming techniques. This study highlights the critical role of merging local knowledge with scientific research to develop effective adaptation strategies. It advocates for a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder approach that involves local communities, national policy adjustments, and international collaboration to bolster resilience against the ongoing impacts of climate change. The survival and sustainability of these traditional communities depend on their capacity to adapt, innovate, and tackle the challenges brought on by an increasingly unpredictable climate.</p>

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The adaptation of loyalists and nomads to drought and climate change in the Southwestern Algerian Sahara - Naama

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    2025年11月15日

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  • Abdelkader Bouarfa,
  • Said Bouarfa,
  • Okkacha Youb,
  • Abdessamed Derdour,
  • Zineb Mechieche

摘要

This study examines the adaptation strategies of pastoral communities in the Wilaya of Naama in response to escalating drought and aridity, aiming to provide an in-depth view of the challenges and solutions pertinent to these indigenous communities. The research methodology combines quantitative analysis of historical climate data (1967–2021) with qualitative insights from 150 semi-structured interviews interviews with local pastoralists. The findings indicate that traditional practices like transhumance are undergoing significant modifications or being abandoned due to erratic seasonal climates and the severe degradation of grazing lands. In response, pastoralists are progressively adopting alternative livelihoods and adaptive strategies, such as introducing drought-tolerant livestock breeds, adjusting migration routes, and employing modern farming techniques. This study highlights the critical role of merging local knowledge with scientific research to develop effective adaptation strategies. It advocates for a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder approach that involves local communities, national policy adjustments, and international collaboration to bolster resilience against the ongoing impacts of climate change. The survival and sustainability of these traditional communities depend on their capacity to adapt, innovate, and tackle the challenges brought on by an increasingly unpredictable climate.