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RACIDA, Building Resilient Communities For Sustainable Development.

Founded in 2001, we work to build the capacity of vulnerable communities living in Arid and Semi-Arid lands across the Horn of Africa in preventing and mitigating the impact of hazards of communities at risk.

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Our Strategic Goals

Humanitarian Assistance
Resilience Building
Peace & Security

In the arid lands of the Horn of Africa, the impact of climate change on pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities is profound and undeniable. The changing weather patterns, prolonged droughts, and unpredictable rainfall have significantly disrupted traditional livelihoods, leaving these vulnerable communities facing unprecedented challenges.

As we witness the escalating effects of climate change, it is crucial for us to play a proactive role in supporting adaptation activities in the region. By collaborating with these communities, sharing knowledge, and implementing sustainable practices, we can empower them to build resilience in the face of adversity.

Through grassroots efforts and innovative solutions, local partners have the potential to make a tangible difference in enhancing the adaptive capacity of pastoralist and agro-pastoralist communities. Together, we can forge a path towards a more sustainable and climate-resilient future for all those who call the Horn of Africa home.

Let us stand united in our commitment to combatting the impacts of climate change, forging partnerships, and fostering community resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

Together, we can create a brighter and more sustainable future for generations to come.

Mohamoud Duale | Regional Director

Our Programs

WATER , SANITATION AND HYGIENE (W.A.S.H)

Improve access to water, sanitation, and hygiene services for target communities

FOOD SECURITY AND LIVELIHOODS

Increase food security and promote better livelihoods

Promote values of democratic governance, human rights, and peace building.

EDUCATION

Improve access to education for Agro-pastoralist children

NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Promote sustainable use of natural resources

HEALTH AND NUTRITION

Prevent malnutrition among the most vulnerable groups by treating severe and moderate acute malnutrition.

News & Articles

Impact Stories

Beekeeping Brings New Hope to Terbey: Yusuf’s Story

BY MARYAN SIYAD & AHMED HUSSEIN
Yusuf Maalim Farah, a father of 14 from Terbey, Banisa Sub-county, never imagined that bees would change his life. With RACIDA’s support, he learned the art of beekeeping, turning honey into a source of nutrition, medicine, and income for his family. What was once unfamiliar has now become a lifeline, offering Yusuf and his community a sustainable way to thrive in the face of harsh climatic challenges.

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Testimonials

Suleiman

Life is not unlike before now I can afford to pay my children school fees and at least afford two meals a day, business is good sometimes and bad sometimes, my worst days I collect 400ksh -500ksh from my customers and that is not bad during this drought. Alhamdulillah we thank RACIDA for it is wonderful support were it not for them my family we could not have reached this milestone.

Mama Fatuma

Even before the drought, we struggled to make ends meet because we had lost our livestock, affecting our household income. Selling milk or our livestock for essential needs became impossible. To survive, I began selling firewood, and my husband sought odd jobs, such as tending to other people's livestock. Even then, it was barely enough to put food on the table.

Siham Ibrahim

When I first joined the Development Girl group training, I was shy and highly introverted. However, because of the training and expertise I have gained thanks to GIRL model, I am more confident, and I believe that with the right mindset, I can conquer anything. My self-esteem has been boosted and the safe space training helped me learn how to protect myself.

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