Title fencing lands to enhanced climate change resilience, promoting biodiversity regeneration and improved livelihoods of climate change in makueni county

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Frank Wesonga

African Alliance for Health Research Economic Development from research Department, Africa

: Expert Opin Environ Biol

Abstract

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Background: Kenya is a food insecure country; weather patterns are drastically changing, and people are losing livelihoods and earnings when their lands dry, water for domestic supply lacks, and livestock die, further frustrating the livelihoods of the poor. This paper briefly discusses the fencing of lands as a prerequisite to biodiversity protection and faster water retention mechanisms through tree planting, enhancing CO2 sequestration through trees. Methodology: The paper examines county-level data. The research employed both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The data was composed of questionnaires and key informants. The research paper targeted small-holder farmers, women, youth, and the general community at large. The study used random sampling to select the study themes. Key words: food security, soil carbon sequestration, climate change, soil erosion. Results: Extreme changes in precipitation were a major cause of crop failure. The majority of small-holder farmers cited crop losses as a result of climate change due to the variability of precipitation. And this group cited precipitation as a major cause of crop failure. Discussion: Fencing was introduced on four farms. This helped prevent soil erosion and increase land productivity. It was observed that fencing created a microclimate on the farms. Well, especially tomatoes did very well, increasing Precipitation reduced Livelihoods were projected at 54%. Conclusion The study's findings demonstrated that climate change has been a real challenge in Kenya. Farmers affirmed that the vagaries of climate change were real, and this was confirmed by persistent droughts, dried boreholes, crop failure, changes in temperature, and increased pests and diseases. Losses of livestock as a result of droughts were reported as a result of climate change.

Biography

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Dr. Frank Wesonga, a dedicated member since 2023, is an integral part of the Africa Alliance for Health Research and Economic Development. Hailing from Kenya, Dr. Wesonga specializes in the field of health, where his expertise shines through in his ongoing work. Currently, his focus lies in researching the profound impact of climate change on sub-Saharan countries. In a region already grappling with numerous challenges, the disadvantages posed by climate change are becoming increasingly evident, affecting not only the environment but also the health and well-being of the people living there. Dr. Wesonga's dedication to understanding and addressing these issues is a testament to his commitment to improving health outcomes and economic development in the region. His work stands as a beacon of hope for the future as he endeavors to find solutions that can mitigate the adverse effects of climate change in sub-Saharan Africa.