Our Mission
Karamoja Climate Change Knowledge and Information is a joint Kenya-Uganda online climate change information and knowledge platform serving pastoral and agropastoral communities in the border areas of Kenya and Uganda. Developed through the Karamoja Strong (KSP) project, this platform utilizes digital technologies to improve climate adaptation awareness and sharing of early warning systems information for promoting climate-resilient communities.
Northern Kenya and the Karamoja region are arid areas inhabited by nomadic pastoralists, characterized by fragile ecosystems ravaged by climate change effects. The region is drought-prone, with depleted livestock, water, and pasture resources. These conditions create an increased need for mobility and better climate adaptation for the survival of pastoralist livelihoods.
Our mission is to strengthen climate resilience by ensuring timely, accurate, and accessible climate information reaches pastoral communities — empowering them to make informed decisions about their livelihoods, safety, and well-being. The platform serves as a bridge between humanitarian assistance and longer-term recovery and development strategies.
Commissioned By
This platform was commissioned by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) through the Karamoja Strong (KSP) project. The project responds to climate change-affected communities by spearheading conflict prevention initiatives through peace and conflict mitigation, promotion of sustainable livelihoods for women and youth, community-based natural resource management, and better climate adaptation for increased productivity in the border areas of Kenya and Uganda.
Geographic Coverage
Kenya — Turkana and North Pokot
Uganda — Moroto, Amudat and Napak
Key Features & Services
- Early Warning Systems — Real-time flood, drought, locust, and disease outbreak alerts covering all sub-counties in Turkana and Karamoja.
- Climate Information — Seasonal forecasts, weather advisories, and climate outlooks from verified meteorological agencies.
- Community Services — Water point status, pasture conditions, livestock health, and humanitarian assistance information.
- Multi-Channel Access — Web platform, SMS alerts, community radio broadcasts, and toll-free hotline for universal access.
- Cross-Border Coordination — Joint Kenya-Uganda platform enabling coordinated response to climate risks across borders.
- Verified Information — All advisories published by authorized government agencies, UN bodies, and verified partners only.
How the Hub Works
- Data Collection — Meteorological agencies, government departments, and humanitarian organizations collect climate, weather, and humanitarian data.
- Verification & Publishing — Only verified organizations can publish advisories through the platform. All content is reviewed before publication.
- Multi-Channel Dissemination — Information is distributed via web platform, SMS alerts, community radio broadcasts, and toll-free hotline.
- Community Action — Pastoral and agropastoral communities receive timely warnings and guidance to protect lives, livestock, and livelihoods.