On 13 and 14 May, research was in the spotlight at our Observatory Community of Practice meeting.
Kenya
Voices from below: Changing nature of livestock raiding in Turkana and West Pokot
Our second Pastoralism and Drylands Development Seminar featured Dr Daniel Salau Rogei
Harmonizing agricultural extension curricula targeting dryland livestock systems
We joined the ‘AICCRA project to develop the livestock component of an agricultural extension curriculum.
Drylands summer school explores pastoralist resilience to shocks and uncertainties
East Africa students examine and discuss local constructs of resilience in the drylands
Camels, climate, and capital – opportunities for pastoralists
Tahira Mohamed and Roba Jilo argue that camels can provide healthy and sustainable livelihoods in drylands.
Introducing Jameel Observatory student – Rosie Herrington
Rosie Herrington is a PhD student at the University of Edinburgh’s Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies and the Global Academy of Agriculture and Food Systems
Integrating humanitarian and development aid in the Horn of Africa
Integrating humanitarian and development aid through the lens of drought management in the Horn of Africa.
Early warning systems save lives but more funding is critical
As floods, droughts and extreme weather increase, Guyo Roba argues that early warning systems must be a priority
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