A dry, dusty trade wind that blows from the Sahara Desert westward into West Africa, typically during the dry season (roughly November to March). It is known for reducing visibility and causing a drop in humidity.

Prevailing winds that blow from the subtropical high-pressure belts towards the equatorial low-pressure belt. In West Africa, these winds are generally moist and have a significant impact on regional climate.

A country that does not have territory connected to an ocean or sea. For landlocked countries, access to international trade often relies on agreements with neighboring countries for transit routes.