TWIN MAGIC: Twins in Niger, and among the Touaregs in particular, hold a special status. Giving birth to twins is considered a great honor. Twins are both feared and venerated, as they are considered to have magical powers. For instance, if you make a wish, you should think about a twin, because twins have the power to make wishes come true. If the wish is granted, you must offer a gift to the twin as a token of gratitude, otherwise a bad omen may befall you. Furthermore, NEVER doing anything bad to a twin, otherwise bad luck will haunt you as long as you have not regained the trust of the twin you have hurt or dishonored. Read more…