Amid the severe drought from 2021 to 2023 in Kenya, thousands of households across arid and semi-arid pastoral lands faced a devastating loss of livelihoods. With livestock wiped out and access to essentials like food and water severely diminished, communities saw rising cases of acute malnutrition, especially among children.

In response, Oxfam Kenya, with support from Australian Aid and in partnership with Strategies for Northern Development (SND) and the ASAL Humanitarian Network (AHN), addressed the urgent needs in Marsabit County. Together, we rehabilitated critical water infrastructure, installed solar-powered pumping systems for boreholes, and set up high-capacity elevated steel water tanks. Alongside these efforts, we provided essential non-food items like soap, water purifiers, and 100-liter water storage tanks to support the most affected communities.

Thanks to these interventions, over 4,000 households in Kubi Dibayu now have access to a sustainable water supply through upgraded systems, restoring hope and resilience in the region.