Deadline: 27-May-2026
The World Food Programme (WFP) is inviting applications to support climate resilience and sustainable food systems for pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in Wajir and Mandera Counties, Kenya. The programme focuses on ecosystem restoration, agribusiness development, food security, financial inclusion, youth and women empowerment, and climate-resilient livelihoods.
About the Programme
The initiative is part of the WFP Kenya Country Strategic Plan (2023–2027), which supports:
- Climate-resilient food systems
- Sustainable agriculture
- Inclusive economic growth
- Nutrition and food security
- Community resilience to climate shocks
The programme targets vulnerable communities facing:
- Drought and climate shocks
- Land degradation
- Low agricultural productivity
- Limited financial access
- Post-harvest losses
- Weak market connections
Main Focus Areas
The programme supports:
- Climate resilience and ecosystem restoration
- Food security and nutrition
- Agribusiness and value chain development
- Financial inclusion
- Women and youth empowerment
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Training and capacity building
- Early warning and early action systems
- Community mobilization
- Livelihood development
- School meals and nutrition support
Expected Results
The initiative aims to:
- Train and mentor 400 agri-preneurs
- Support over 16,000 farmers
- Strengthen 140 village savings and loan associations
- Restore 600 acres of degraded land
- Improve water and natural resource management
- Strengthen soil conservation practices
- Improve agricultural market access
Priority agricultural sectors include:
- Maize
- Onions
- Fodder production
Key Programme Components
Climate-Resilient Food Systems
- Sustainable land management
- Ecosystem restoration
- Climate adaptation practices
Financial Inclusion
- Revolving loan funds
- Savings groups
- Access to financial services
Agribusiness Strengthening
- Business mentorship
- Market linkages
- Value chain development
Community Empowerment
- Women leadership
- Youth participation
- Local governance systems
- Community ownership
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants may include:
- Civil society organizations
- Community-based organizations
- NGOs
- Development organizations
- Institutions experienced in climate resilience and food systems programming
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Experience working with pastoral communities
- Capacity in climate resilience programming
- Expertise in community-based development approaches
How to Apply
Applicants should:
- Develop a climate resilience implementation proposal
- Demonstrate local community engagement capacity
- Include sustainability and inclusion strategies
- Present monitoring and evaluation plans
- Show expertise in agribusiness, ecosystem restoration, or financial inclusion
FAQ
- Which regions are targeted?
- Wajir and Mandera Counties in Kenya.
- What communities will benefit?
- Pastoral and agro-pastoral communities.
- What are the main focus areas?
- Climate resilience, food security, agribusiness, ecosystem restoration, and financial inclusion.
- How many farmers are expected to benefit?
- Over 16,000 farmers are expected to benefit through agri-preneur support.
- What land restoration targets are included?
- The programme aims to restore 600 acres of degraded land.
- Does the programme support women and youth?
- Yes, women empowerment and youth participation are key priorities.
Conclusion
The WFP Kenya Climate Resilience Initiative aims to strengthen sustainable livelihoods, improve food systems, and build long-term climate resilience for vulnerable communities in Wajir and Mandera through inclusive and community-driven interventions.
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