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Drought in Eastern Kenya: How You Can Help

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📌 The ongoing dry conditions have put over 2 million people at risk of hunger and water shortages, with several counties in alert and alarm drought phases.
📌 The government and partners are scaling up responses including food and water support, resilience planning, and drought‑preparedness projects.
📌 Former officials have urged the drought be declared a national disaster due to its severity and impact on livelihoods

National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) Situation

• The Kenyan government’s drought early‑warning system is on high alert as failed short rains have left many regions extremely dry and food insecure. Approximately 2.1–2.5 million people in 32 counties face severe food shortages and water scarcity. Counties affected include Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Kitui, Turkana, Marsabit, Isiolo and many others in the Arid and Semi‑Arid Lands (ASALs).

Food & Nutrition Crisis

• Government assessments indicate that due to ongoing drought conditions and poor rainfall, millions of Kenyans are at risk of food insecurity, with over 2.1 million people expected to face severe food shortages during the dry January–March period.
• Leaders and communities are now urging for formal disaster declarations and intensified support as residents face not just dry land but also hunger and health risks.

Livelihood & Water Impacts

• The government acknowledges that the drought is threatening both lives and livelihoods — from crop failures to livestock losses — prompting calls for an emergency response and additional resources.

Key Takeaways (Government‑linked reporting)

1. Geographic Scope:
The drought and food insecurity situation is widespread across ASAL counties such as Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Turkana, Marsabit, and Kitui.

2. Number of People Affected:

• Approximately 2.1 million+ people facing serious food security problems.

3. Water Scarcity:
Dry conditions have depleted water sources in many counties, forcing longer water journeys and increasing vulnerability.

4. Call for Action:
Government leaders and authorities are pressing for stronger response measures and enhanced humanitarian assistance to avert worsening impacts.

For Official Government Documentation

You can access Kenya’s National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) early warning bulletins and seasonal drought status reports directly via NDMA’s website or official releases.