The Cattle Crossing is the
most important Fulani festival in Diafarabe. Every December, herders bring cattle from the
grazing lands to the river at Diafarabe. Here everyone crosses the river. On the other
side families are reunited for a few days, before they take the cattle to new pastures.
The first day is the Promenade des Jeunes, when the unmarried men and women dress up to
attract each other. There is also a competition to judge the fattest and best looked-after
cattle, with useful prizes. |
