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Kenya’s farmers find hope through climate insurance solutions

Hezron Mwangi by Hezron Mwangi
January 27, 2025
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In Kenya, where farming is a way of life for millions, the changing climate has made life harder for many families. Unpredictable rains, long dry spells, and sudden floods have become common, often destroying crops, livestock, and homes. For farmers who depend on the land, these disasters can mean losing everything. To help people cope, climate insurance has become an important solution, offering a way to recover from losses caused by extreme weather.

Climate insurance works by using simple measures, like the amount of rainfall or the condition of pastures, to decide when payouts are made. If the weather gets too harsh, like when there’s not enough rain for crops to grow, farmers receive money to help them get back on their feet. This kind of insurance is especially helpful in Kenya, where many farmers have small plots of land and cannot afford to lose their harvests.

One successful example is the Kenya Livestock Insurance Program, which started in 2015. This program uses satellite images to check the health of grasslands in dry areas. When the grass dries up because of drought, herders receive payments to buy food and water for their animals. Another program, called ACRE, offers affordable insurance to small farmers, protecting their crops from bad weather.

The benefits of climate insurance go beyond money. It gives farmers peace of mind, knowing they won’t lose everything if the weather turns bad. This encourages them to invest in their farms, try new crops, or improve their farming methods. It also helps communities plan for the future, even as the climate becomes more unpredictable.

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Still, there are challenges. Many farmers don’t know about climate insurance, or they find it too expensive. Some find the process confusing. To overcome these issues, governments, insurance companies, and organizations need to work together. They can teach farmers about the benefits of insurance, lower the costs, and make it easier to sign up.

In a country where climate change is already affecting daily life, climate insurance offers hope. It’s not just about money, it’s about giving people the tools to survive and thrive, even when the weather is against them. For Kenya, and for other places facing similar challenges, climate insurance is a step toward a safer, more secure future.

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