Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani has spearheaded the distribution of 638 Galla bucks to farmers in a bid to improve local livestock breeds and boost livelihoods through climate-smart agriculture.
The initiative, which is part of a broader empowerment agenda, was piloted in Kasemeni and Mwavumbo wards, where selected farmers received breeding stock.
The distribution was implemented by the County Government of Kwale with support from the Financing Locally Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) program through the County Climate Change Fund, and the Kenya Marine Fisheries and Socio-Economic Development (KEMFSED) project.
Among the beneficiaries was Mwangaza Self Help Group, which received 108 Galla goats under the KEMFSED project.
The aim is to promote improved livestock genetics, increase resilience to climate change, and boost household incomes through enhanced livestock productivity.
Speaking during the distribution, Governor Achani emphasized her administration’s commitment to empowering rural communities through sustainable agriculture.
“This program is not just about livestock. It is about giving our farmers the tools to create a better future. Through these goats, we are investing in the resilience and economic strength of our people,” she stated.
Governor Achani urged beneficiaries to take good care of the goats and allow other farmers access to breeding services to spread the benefits across the county.
Rael Mdune, a member of Mwangaza self help group thanked the county government and noted that the goats will help improve food and nutrition security and household income through increased meat productivity.
“We really appreciate the county government of Kwale for the support towards improving our lives through these goats, and we promise to double the number of goats to better our lives”, added Rael Mdune.
The county government, through its partnership with FLLoCA, continues to implement projects that support climate-smart agriculture.
These projects include water conservation, agroforestry, and the promotion of resilient livestock breeds such as the Galla goats.
The KEMFSED project has also played a key role in community empowerment by supporting initiatives that improve food security, household income, and resource management.
The livestock distribution is part of a larger plan by the county to transform agriculture and improve community resilience against the impacts of climate change.
The County Government pledged to continue supporting such initiatives and work closely with local and international partners to scale them up.
