Reports

Drought Situation & EW Phase Classification The performance of March to May 2024 rainfall was above average triggering substantial improvement in environmental and majority of production indicators. The sentinel sites data indicated that the county is in…

By Millicent Omala & Marie Ladekjær Gravesen KEY FINDINGS There is a great deal of political contestation among stakeholders on how institutions should coordinate climate finance. Local ownership is essential for effective adaptation. With governance structures that take a…

Extreme heat, altered precipitation patterns, and flooding events, exacerbated by climate change, are changing the nature of 24-hour risk cycles faced by low-income neighbourhoods and informal settlements in the urban global South. In cities such as Karachi…

Executive summary The Kakuma Risk Mitigation Strategy, a collaborative effort between the Kenya Red Cross, UN-Habitat, and various stakeholders operating in Kalobeyei, addresses the critical need for effective measures to mitigate the impacts of floods and drought…

Key Messages The flood-affected riverine areas of Garissa and Tana River counties are currently experiencing Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes which are anticipated to persist through January. Despite an end to most flood response humanitarian assistance programs,…

In a world with mounting and complex humanitarian challenges, research and innovation (R&I) can play a pivotal role in identifying, prioritising, and addressing humanitarian needs. The role of R&I at multiple – global, regional, national, and local…

Helen Young, Sophie Ochola, Anastasia Marshak, Elizabeth Stites, Achiba Gargule, Elijah Odundo, Ayane Ezaki, and Josue Awonon Child acute malnutrition remains high in northern Kenya, especially among older children (ages 3–5). Few individual- and household-level variables are…

CONTEXT • Kenya continues to face the adverse effects of recurrent climate shocks and disease outbreaks, which generate widespread displacement and humanitarian needs. Notably, above-average March-to-May 2024 rains and associated floods across Kenya resulted in at least…

Introduction Globally, extreme weather events are rising primarily due to climate change fueled by global warming. Africa is experiencing a surge in natural hazards such as droughts, floods, and storms. In East Africa, limited observational data and…

Nairobi, August 21, 2024 – Kenya has made significant progress in developing a policy framework aimed at refugee and host community’s self-reliance, but they continue to face challenges in accessing services and improving their welfare. This…