Climate change has turned pastoralist lands into battlegrounds for survival. Erratic rainfall, desertification, and dwindling pastureland threaten both people and livestock. But where others see crisis, the Pastoralist Peoples’ Initiative (PPI) sees opportunity. Through the GreenGrant Fund (GGF), PPI is building community-led solutions that nourish both people and land.
What the GreenGrant Fund Supports
- Kitchen garden training and water-smart agriculture
- Tree planting to reverse erosion and protect grazing corridors
- Micro-grants for youth-led agro-projects
Results Achieved
- Over 120 families have adopted small-scale food production
- Improved dietary diversity and reduction in food aid dependency
- Increased community ownership of environmental preservation
Youth as Change Agents
The GreenGrant Fund prioritizes youth innovation. One example includes a youth group that converted a dry riverbed into a nursery for indigenous trees. Their work inspired replication in two neighboring wards.
The GreenGrant Fund shows that with the right support, even Kenya’s driest lands can blossom with promise. This initiative is a shining example of sustainability driven by those who know the land best.
