The French Camel Federation (FFC) is delighted to support the 2nd edition of the International Festival of Saharan Cultures (FICSA), which will be held from June 13 to 15, 2025, at the Château des Bretonnière in Joué-lès-Tours. After a successful first edition in Chambray-lès-Tours in 2024, FICSA returns for an even more ambitious edition, highlighting the richness of Saharan cultures through performances, exhibitions, conferences, and interactive spaces. This year, Morocco is the guest of honor, with a program dedicated to the history of trans-Saharan trade and Moroccan culture.

The festival, initiated by the La Saharienne association, founded in 2003, is the result of the passionate commitment of a team of volunteers from Tours. This association is dedicated to implementing solidarity tourism projects and organizing cultural events to showcase the richness of Saharan cultures in Touraine. The FICSA represents a unique opportunity to discover the diversity of Saharan traditions, customs, and artistic expressions.

As part of this event, the FFC will present an exhibition on the welfare of large camelids, with a particular focus on best practices in camel care. Demonstrations on the role of camels in sports and camel mediation will also be offered, to raise public awareness of the importance of respecting and caring for these majestic animals.

The festival program will include demonstrations of Saharan craft techniques, musical evenings, and fashion shows. A nomadic life camp will be set up to allow visitors to experience moments of exchange and sharing in a friendly atmosphere. The themes of sustainable tourism, education, access to drinking water, and health will also be addressed, with particular attention paid to solidarity and intercultural collaboration.

The FFC is proud to support this exceptional festival, which helps strengthen ties between Saharan and European cultures, while promoting respectful and sustainable practices around dromedaries and their role in Saharan societies and beyond.