Nyeri (Kieni) County: Drought Early Warning Bulletin for January 2021

Drought Situation & EW Phase Classification

Biophysical Indicators

• Offseason rains were received for an average of two to eight days. Amount received were fair but poorly distributed in time and space.

• Above normal vegetation condition was recorded.

• Access to water for domestic and livestock use deteriorated during the month under review compared to the previous month.

Socio Economic Indicators (Impact Indicators)

• Livestock body condition deteriorated during the month of January compared to the previous month.

• Milk production reduced compared to the previous month.

• Milk consumption was similar to last month.

• Distance to water sources for household use increased compared to the previous month.

• Terms of trade ratio deteriorated compared to the previous month.

• About 400 heads of cattle have migrated into Kieni West and Kieni East Sub Counties from the neighbouring Laikipia County.