Status of mobility of livestock in Kenya: Mapping of livestock routes and case studies on mobility blockages

This brief assesses the status of livestock routes and mobility in Kenya. 

From:
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Published
6 February 2026
Country:
Kenya
Document Type:
Briefing
Theme:
Governance and Conflict
First published:
31 December 2025
Authors:
Said, M. , Nganga, I. , Getahun, Y. , Muyizzi, J. and Flintan, F.

Abstract

Livestock routes, supporting infrastructure and services were mapped by Kenya county government experts on topographical maps and later digitised. Blocked routes were noted, and case studies selected for follow up local-level qualitative research on causes of these blockages.

This work is part of the Supporting Pastoralism and Agriculture in Recurrent and Protracted Crises (SPARC) programme.

Citation

Said M and others. ‘Status of mobility of livestock in Kenya’ SPARC Policy Brief, London, UK: SPARC, 2025

Status of mobility of livestock in Kenya: Mapping of livestock routes and case studies on mobility blockages

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Published 6 February 2026
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