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The Niger's tributaries – the Béli, the Gorouol, the Goudébo and the Dargol – are seasonal streams and flow for only four to six months a year.

They still, however, can cause large floods.

The country also contains numerous lakes – the principal ones are Tingrela, Bam and Dem.

The country contains large ponds, as well, such as Oursi, Béli, Yomboli and Markoye.

Water shortages are often a problem, especially in the north of the country.