Explore critical insights into population, health, and nutrition within challenging West African communities. This foundational study, focusing on the Sahel region, delves into the intricate welfare issues faced by pastoral and agro-pastoral groups. Understand the profound impact of seasonal stress, climate variations, and economic uncertainty, alongside the resilience offered by traditional social systems. Essential for students and researchers in development studies, public health, and African studies in India, this book provides crucial data and analysis for understanding global welfare dynamics and demographic research.