Analysis - Every year, from December to April, the Harmattan sweeps across Africa. This cool, dry and dust-laden wind gets its name from haramata, a word in the Ghanaian language Fanti.

Harmattan’s impact in Borno Zainab’s story is not unique. Many IDPs in the camps have similar tales of displacement, loss, and survival.

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Farmers in some of Ivory Coast's cocoa-growing regions are concerned about the impact of the strong Harmattan wind on the cocoa crop as it can dry the soil and harm cocoa pods.

4. Eye Irritation Dust during harmattan irritates the eyes, causing redness, itching, watering, and conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is more prevalent during this season.

Keep warm “During Harmattan, especially in the morning, take a warm bath, drink a warm beverage, and stay active. A mild exercise can help generate body heat and keep you warm.

Harmattan is one of the driest seasons in the year, and it usually results in dry, cracked, and crusty feet, especially the heel. How to make sure your feet aren’t ashy and crusty during harmattan ...

5. Dehydration The harmattan season can leave your body dehydrated due to the dry air, leading to fatigue, headaches, and dry mouth. Prevention: Drink at least 8 glasses of water daily to stay ...

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