Drylands Learning and Capacity Building Initiative

01/06/2026

As we celebrate Madaraka Day, we reflect on the resilience of communities across Kenya and their role in shaping a stronger future.

Happy Madaraka Day from Drylands Learning & Capacity Building Initiative.

28/05/2026

Pastoralist systems depend on mobility, access to grazing areas, and shared resource management.

Policies that strengthen community land governance and protect grazing systems are essential for sustaining livelihoods, reducing conflict, and supporting resilience in dryland regions.

As the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 continues to highlight biodiversity and ecosystem services, there is growing recognition that effective rangeland management must align with how pastoralist systems function in practice.

Kenya Pastoralist Parliament Group-PPG NDMA Kenya International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists ILRI Jameel Observatory

26/05/2026

Eid ul-Adha reminds us that sacrifice, compassion, and unity are the foundation of strong and resilient communities.

On this blessed occasion, the Board and Team at Drylands Learning and Capacity Building Initiative wish you and your loved ones peace, joy, good health, and abundant blessings.
Eid Mubarak.

25/05/2026

𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚'𝐬 𝐝𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬.

From climate and weather advisories to livestock markets, rangeland monitoring, and community-driven data systems, technology is helping pastoralist communities make better decisions, strengthen resilience, and improve livelihoods.

Read our latest article on how digital solutions are shaping the future of dryland development:

The recent Digital Innovations and Information Systems Workshop held in Naivasha brought together government institutions, researchers, private sector

21/05/2026

Rangelands are often discussed in the context of livestock and livelihoods; but they are also critical ecological systems.

Policies that strengthen community land governance, protect mobility, and support sustainable land management play an important role in maintaining biodiversity, ecosystem services, and resilience in drylands.

As the continues this month’s focus on biodiversity and ecosystem services, there is growing recognition that effective rangeland management depends on communities having a stronger role in how land and natural resources are governed.

19/05/2026

Ahead of the Global Gathering of Pastoralist Women, in Kathmandu, Nepal, our Head of Programmes Bilach Jimale reflects on the realities shaping pastoralist women’s livelihoods, economic participation, and working conditions.

Her message highlights the importance of recognizing and supporting the role pastoralist women continue to play in sustaining households, livelihoods, and pastoralist systems.

Kenya Pastoralist Parliament Group-PPG NDMA Kenya The Christensen Fund UN Environment Programme ICIMOD International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists IYRP 2026 Australia Frontier Counties Development Council IGAD Centre for Pastoral Areas and Livestock Development - ICPALD ILRI Jameel Observatory

19/05/2026

Impact in community land governance is not only seen in policies and meetings; it is reflected in stronger local institutions and more inclusive decision-making.

The inclusion of women and youth in these governance structures is particularly important, as they remain among the primary users and managers of community land and natural resources.

Strong institutions at the community level remain central to sustainable land governance and resilient livelihoods in drylands.

18/05/2026

From 11th–14th May 2026, the Drylands Learning and Capacity Building Initiative together with partners, FAO Kenya, Acted KE and the Ministry of lands supported the Community Land Management Committee (CLMC) elections in Nakurio, Lorengippi, and Lokiriama in Turkana County.

The elections mark an important milestone in strengthening community land governance under the Community Land Act by supporting communities to establish legally recognized governance structures for the management and protection of community land.

Community Land Management Committees play a critical role in:
• Strengthening accountability and local participation in land governance
• Supporting sustainable management of communal resources
• Enhancing conflict prevention and resource-sharing mechanisms
• Safeguarding community land rights for future generations

The inclusion of women and youth in the committees is both timely and important, as they remain among the primary day-to-day users and managers of community land and natural resources. Their participation strengthens inclusive decision-making and supports more representative and responsive governance systems.

Strong community land governance systems remain essential in supporting resilient livelihoods, sustainable development, and effective natural resource management in dryland regions.

Kenya Pastoralist Parliament Group-PPG NDMA Kenya The Christensen Fund IGAD Centre for Pastoral Areas and Livestock Development - ICPALD Mercy Corps Pastoralist Women for Health and Education

13/05/2026

Over the last 3 days, the Drylands Learning and Capacity Building Initiative in partnership with the Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC) and other partners has been supporting the ongoing process of strengthening community land governance in Marsabit County through the elections of Community Land Management Committees (CLMCs).

The initiative marks an important step in advancing implementation of the Community Land Act and supporting communities to establish structured governance systems for the management and protection of community land.

The exercise will continue across Uran, Obbu, and Turbi as communities work toward strengthening local land governance structures and safeguarding community land rights for future generations.

Frontier Counties Development Council FAO Kenya Mercy Corps The Christensen Fund Kenya Pastoralist Parliament Group-PPG NDMA Kenya Ministry of Environment, Climate Change & Forestry Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development

12/05/2026

The Community Land Management Committee (CLMC) elections continues today in Turkana, with ongoing elections in Lorengippi, Nakurio, and Lokiriama marking another important step in strengthening community land governance under the Community Land Act.

The exercise, facilitated by the Drylands Learning and Capacity Building Initiative in collaboration with Acted KE, FAO Kenya and the Ministry of Lands, is supporting communities to establish legally recognized governance structures that safeguard community land rights, strengthen accountability, and promote sustainable management of communal resources.

The ongoing process reflects growing community commitment toward securing land tenure and ensuring inclusive participation in local land governance.

Kenya Pastoralist Parliament Group-PPG FAO Kenya Acted KE The Christensen Fund NDMA Kenya