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Topic: Pastoralists

Karamoja, Turkana pastoralists stare at water crisis as Kobebe dam runs dry

By Bakari Ang'ela   2026-07-21 17:50:01

Kobebe Dam, one of Karamoja's largest man-made reservoirs, has run dry, leaving thousands of pastoralists from Uganda and neighbouring Kenya scrambling to find water for their livestock.

Britam pays Sh97.3 million to shield farmers and pastoralists from climate shocks

By Britam   2026-06-24 16:03:52

Britam Holdings Plc paid Sh97.3 million in climate-related insurance claims in 2025, supporting more than 402,000 farmers and pastoralists across East Africa.

Governor Kachapin seeks extension of voter registration to enlist pastoralists

By Irissheel Shanzu   2026-04-27 17:05:09

West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin has called for an extension of voter registration in the county, saying many pastoralists risk being locked out after migrating to Uganda in search of pasture.

Drought devastates Turkana as pastoralists trek long distances for water and pasture

By Mercy Kahenda   2026-02-07 13:51:42

At least eight out of every ten people in Turkana County have been affected by the ongoing drought, as prolonged dry conditions continue to devastate livelihoods in northern Kenya.

How Africa's pastoralists are reclaiming climate conversation

By Jayne Rose Gacheri   2026-02-04 12:37:01

Nairobi’s Institute of Monetary Studies hosted four days of continental discussions placing African pastoralists at the centre of climate resilience, land stewardship, and sustainable development.