Prioritizing food security over water conservation

Despite facing structural water scarcity in their daily lives, the Sahrawi refugees in Tindhouv prioritize food security over water conservation. While farming fish does require a significant amount of water, the refugees have chosen to focus on meeting their food needs rather than conserving water. With 30% of the population already experiencing food insecurity and an additional 58% at risk, the reliance on outside donations and limited food rations prompted the refugees to innovate and find sustainable solutions. By utilizing the readily available aquifers and fish farming, they have been able to increase their self-sufficiency and ensure a more stable food supply, even in the harsh desert environment.