Mandera County intensifies drought mitigation efforts amid water crisis

Mandera County is stepping up its drought mitigation efforts as severe drought continues to devastate parts of the region.

In response to the crisis, the county government has rolled out various measures to alleviate the situation and minimize the impact of climate change.

Among these initiatives is the ongoing drilling of boreholes in Mandera West and Banisa sub-counties to provide water to affected communities.

Governor Mohamed Khalif has announced plans to drill 20 additional emergency boreholes across the county to address the worsening water shortage.

Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to tackling the crisis, Governor Khalif emphasized the importance of collaboration with development partners and donors to enhance resilience and ensure long-term water security for residents.

He also urged the national government to provide urgent support as drought conditions persist.

The Mandera County government remains committed to implementing sustainable solutions to mitigate the effects of recurrent drought and safeguard livelihoods across the region.