Pastoralists, farmers warned of losses as heavy rains loom

Members of the public view the damage caused flash floods in Mai Mahiu area after a dam in Old Kijabe burst killing 50 people. [Antony Gitonga, Standard]

Pastoralists and farmers have been warned to brace for the loss of livestock, pastures, and crops due to expected heavy rains over the next month, as the full effects of climate change continue to be felt.

According to the Kenya Climate Change Working Group (KCCWG), the most affected were lower parts of the country, which recently lost over 2.5 million livestock to harsh weather conditions.