Transforming Semi-Arid Lands: A Blueprint to Food Security

Transforming Semi-arid Lands: A Blueprint to Food Security

Land degradation is a critical challenge affecting food security globally, and its impacts are particularly severe in arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs). Globally, approximately 40% of land is degraded, significantly impacting the livelihoods of nearly half of humanity. In Kenya, 12% of the land is severely degraded, with regions like Kajiado County, home to Kimana […]

Can Plant-Based Diets Thrive in Semi-Arid Regions? Exploring Veganism in Diverse Climates and Cultures

Plant-based diets in semi-arid regions

As we seek sustainable solutions for global food security, one pressing question arises: Can plant-based diets thrive in semi-arid regions? These landscapes, characterised by limited rainfall and unique ecological conditions, present challenges for crop cultivation. Yet, the potential for a nutritious vegan diet in such areas is not only feasible but increasingly essential. Let’s explore […]

How Organic Farming is Key in Ending Hunger

How Organic Farming is Key in Ending Hunger

Hunger is not just the absence of food; it’s the absence of the right food, grown in ways that sustain both the planet and people. As we mark World Food Day 2024, we must confront a pressing question: how can we feed a growing global population without depleting the very ecosystems that sustain us? Why […]

How Smallholder Farmers Can Lead the Fight Against Hunger

How Smallholder Farmers Can Lead the Fight Against Hunger

In a world where over 733 million people are facing hunger, the question we must ask ourselves is: can smallholder farmers truly lead the fight against hunger? The future of global food and nutritional security may very well rest in the hands of these often-overlooked stewards of the land. Why? A Global Crisis: Hunger and […]

The Importance of Nutrition Education in Rural Communities

Two farmers who are youth working at Ambokili Farm. The picture is a symbolism of The Importance of Nutrition Education in Rural Communities

Health and nutrition are cornerstones of sustainable development, yet many rural communities, especially those in semi-arid regions like Kimana, often face significant challenges in accessing and understanding essential nutrition. The State of Nutrition Globally, malnutrition remains a significant challenge, especially in rural areas. As of 2021, approximately 768 million people worldwide were undernourished, with the […]

Dry, Barren, and Often Unforgiving— The Challenges Communities in ASAL Areas Face

Bare land in Ambokili Farm, Kimana, Kajiado County, Kenya.

Previous image Next image ASALs make up about 41% of the world’s land area, affecting approximately two billion people globally. According to the United Nations, these lands cover approximately 6.5 billion hectares worldwide. Despite their vastness, these regions are particularly fragile due to erratic rainfall patterns and consistently high temperatures, making them hotspots for drought […]