Dryland Solutions, Somalia
Restoring Life to the Drylands
For decades, the Nugaal Valley has suffered devastating cycles of drought, overgrazing, and conflict. Once-fertile lands have turned to dust, crops fail, and families struggle with food insecurity and forced migration. But recovery is possible.
Dryland Solutions is transforming this narrative. Working directly with local communities, we're restoring degraded drylands through rainwater harvesting, native vegetation, and food forests while training farmers in regenerative practices. Women and youth collaborate on land-use decisions, ensuring solutions reflect community wisdom and create meaningful employment.
Our ambitious vision: restore 2 hectares initially, then scale to 187 hectares by 2028—benefiting over 100 households.
The Impact
Beyond environmental restoration, this is about rebuilding dignity and resilience. Improved soil health will recharge groundwater, enable reliable food production, and strengthen livelihoods. Our site will become a demonstration center and educational hub, inspiring dryland regeneration across Somaliland and the Horn of Africa.
This is community-led restoration. This is hope taking root.
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