Kenya: Climate change calamities are easy to predict, and manage

Using the perfect example of East Kenyan native Sophia Mwende Mutua embracing tough climatic conditions by growing drought-resistant crops, Isaiah Esipisu explains in TrustMedia how organizations can use research to solve the main cause of problems associated with climate change. "Climate is no longer a new phenomenon. We can observe the trends, and predict when the situation is going to worsen just by looking at the related historical background," said Michael Arunga, the regional Emergency Communications Advisor for World Vision International – Africa office.

Mr Arunga adds that, "although food aid is important as an emergency intervention, development partners must begin addressing the root causes of the cyclical droughts in adaptation, instead of focusing on symptoms of the problem, and running away once the problem gets resolved," introducing World Vision's initiative called 'Securing the Future,' which aims to help address lasting solutions to perennial droughts.