We, the Pastoralist Development Agenda (PDA) are proud to announce that we have been formally accredited by Kenya’s Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) as an official Voter Education Provider. This significant certification, valid for three years from October 2025 to October 2028, authorizes PDA to conduct lawful and structured voter education activities across Laikipia…
In the vast, interconnected landscapes of Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs), decisions made in county assemblies and the national parliament have a direct impact on the most fundamental aspects of life: the management of a borehole, the demarcation of a grazing corridor, the funding for a mobile health clinic. Yet, for many pastoralist communities,…
On December 2nd, 2025, the compound of Likii Dispensary was abuzz with a spirit of solidarity and proactive care. The Pastoralist Development Agenda (PDA), in close partnership with the dispensary’s dedicated staff and community health volunteers, marked World AIDS Day with a comprehensive community health event, reinforcing that health is the bedrock of a resilient…
The sound at Muthaiga Primary School wasn’t just the usual recitation of lessons. On a recent sunny afternoon, it was the sound of shovels turning earth, the laughter of children, and the earnest discussion about why trees are a community’s best friend. This was Mazingira Day, an event co-hosted by the Pastoralist Development Agenda (PDA),…
The conversation around climate change often focuses on global mechanisms and complex policies. But at the Pastoralist Development Agenda (PDA), we see a more grounded opportunity: one where global climate action can translate directly into local resilience, income, and environmental restoration for pastoralist communities. This opportunity lies in community-led carbon credit projects. Demystifying Carbon Credits…