Kenya: Insecurity Threatens Beekeeping in West Pokot

2 December 2014

Constant conflicts and drought among pastoralist communities living in West Pokot county has contributed largely to a decline in honey production.

Mercy Kiyapyap, a member of Cabesi self-help group in West Pokot that is involved in beekeeping, knows what it means when conflicts arise. As farmers, they will not able to harvest honey on time and sell for their livelihood.

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