Livestock trader Ibrahim YussufWajir livestock farmers and traders are grappling with a livelihood crisis as a prolonged dry spell has devastated the sector, pushing households to the brink of survival. At Qorahey market in the heart of Wajir town, once a vibrant hub of livestock trade, business has slowed to a crawl. In an interview at the market, veteran livestock trader Muhumed Mumin said he has never witnessed any drought as devastating as the current one in his 30 years in the business. Osman Hussein, another long-time trader, spent nearly five decades in the livestock business and says the situation has deteriorated rapidly. The National Drought Management Authority said Wajir is among several counties placed on alert status due to worsening drought conditions.

Source: The Star January 05, 2026 16:31 UTC