USAID’s Support Brings Hope to Food Traders in Isiolo County During Tough Economic Times
The residents of Isiolo County, in Northern Kenya, rely primarily on livestock production for their livelihoods. The county has 26 …
In Kenya, Fodder Farmers Provide Livestock Lifeline During Drought
For pastoral communities living in Northern Kenya, livestock production is the dominant livelihood. Healthy and plentiful livestock is a significant …
In Kenya, Young Woman Professional Leaves City for Farming Opportunity
Several years ago, now 26-year-old Mary Mumbi moved from Nairobi to Kulamawe, in Northern Kenya’s Isiolo County, to help support …
FEED THE FUTURE ACTIVITY IN KENYA BOOSTS LOCAL BAKERY
Abshira Ahmed, an entrepreneur bakery owner, strengthened her business thanks to a grant for much-needed new equipment. Ever since she …
Achieving Food System Objectives in Market System Development in Northern Kenya
In pastoralist communities like those throughout Northern Kenya, poultry meat has long been associated with poverty and as a meal …
How ACDI/VOCA and Tanager #BreakTheBias of Gender Discrimination
This International Women’s Day, on March 8, we envision a world where all genders are treated equally. Learn more below …
Young Women Contribute to Food Security & Nutrition in Northern Kenya
Talaso Bonaya lives in Toricha village in the North Horr sub-county of Northern Kenya’s Marsabit County. Growing up in a …
Companies and County Governments in Northern Kenya Team Up to Combat Drought
In 2021, drought hit many parts of Northern Kenya, with the greatest impact experienced in Garissa, Mandera, Marsabit, Isiolo, and …
Supporting Sustainable Livelihoods in Northern Kenya
After losing his job, Emmanuel Ibei decided to take on the humbling position of helping his wife run her kiosk …
Adolescent GIRL Group Builds Community Resilience in Northern Kenya
Twenty-two-year-old Diana Camilla is the chairperson of the Shiners Girls Improving Resilience through Livelihoods (GIRL) group in the Ngaremara area …
Bead Making Means More Income for Halima
Halima Mohamed Arbele, 45, never expected that her hobby could be a source of income for her family. Since 2005 …
Bridging the Gaps in Northern Kenya’s Access to Finance
Kenya has made significant progress in financial inclusion, tripling its financial sector in 13 years and providing financial access to 83 percent of the population, according to …
