Moroccan Sahara : A panorama of the tribes shaping the region

The Sahrawi tribes of Morocco, from the powerful Reguibat confederation to the Tekna and Ouled Dlim, are not merely a cultural heritage; they form the backbone of governance, social cohesion, and alliances in the southern provinces. Their influence extends beyond the local sphere: understanding these tribal dynamics sheds light on the strategies of the Moroccan state in the Sahara, as well as the regional and international stakes tied to the stability and sovereignty of this strategic territory.