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Kisumu embraces drone technology to boost resilience against disasters and climate risks

Floods as River Nyando burst it's bank and turned village near Ahero into a sea . Residents try rescue their belongings into safe sites.[FILE/Standard]

Kisumu County in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is stepping up efforts to strengthen its capacity to respond to disasters and climate-related challenges through the ongoing Strengthening Urban Resilience to Emerging Disaster and Climate Risks Project.

The project, which runs until March 2026, seeks to enhance Kisumu’s ability to anticipate, prepare for, and effectively respond to emerging risks.

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