In Karamoja, a region in north-eastern Uganda, communities face challenges such as climate change, poverty and conflict every day. An innovative initiative, supported by the Digital For Development Fund, is bringing hope by digitising the traditional practice of branding cattle. As well as strengthening the livestock-keeping value chain, this also contributes to peace between communities. Curious to find out how technology can make a difference in one of the most vulnerable regions in the world? Find out more about this innovative project and the way to a more sustainable future for Karamoja.
Pastoralism, a resilient system nonetheless under threat in Burkina Faso
What are the main challenges faced by pastoralist livestock keepers in Burkina Faso? When Hamado Ouedraogo, our country director based in Ouagadougou, visited Belgium, we took the opportunity to find out more. Of course we also talked about the solutions we are putting in place and our demands for the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists planned for 2026.
“Pastoralism is the best way for people to meet their needs in Karamoja”
In north-eastern Uganda, Karamojong pastoralists have been going through a difficult period since last summer. Drought combined with the impact of the war in Ukraine and insecurity has taken its toll on the most vulnerable. For our colleague Emmanuel Emaruk, pastoralism remains the best response to the challenges faced in Karamoja.
Perspectives on Pastoralism – A Film Festival and Photo Exhibition in Brussels on 8 December
The ‘Perspectives on Pastoralism’ Film Festival is back in Brussels for a second edition on 8 December, with a panel of experts from three continents and a photography exhibition. Don’t miss this opportunity to get unique insights into the pastoralist lifestyle and challenges through films, photographs and live testimonials from across the globe.
A digitised information system to revolutionise transhumance in the Sahel
Faced with growing insecurity and a disrupted climate, livestock keepers in the Sahel often find themselves on the front lines. Thanks to our digitised information system, they have access to reliable and up-to-date information about security and pastures. That enables them to make the best decisions for the transhumance of their herds.
Transhumance information system
Discover the relevance and functioning of our digital information system for transhumant livestock keepers in the Sahel.
Pastoralism, the future in food production
Find out in a few minutes how pastoralists manage to use climate and environmental variability to produce food in a sustainable way.
Mitigating the ongoing crisis in the Sahel – the key role of pastoralists
Because of their predominance in the Sahel, pastoralists are at the heart of the current crisis. To best support them in this crisis, we call for specific measures for pastoralists, a comprehensive approach to security and development in the Sahel and an update of pastoral policies.
For an International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists
In order to recognise the worldwide value and importance of pastoralism, we support the proposal of the Mongolian government to adopt an International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists.
Livestock and climate change in the global South
Nowadays, livestock is often considered a major cause of greenhouse gas emissions, which are specific to industrial production systems. Conversely, the positive impact of family farming in the fight against climate change is little known and often underestimated.
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