Pastoral Livelihood Diversification and Gender in Borana, Southern Ethiopia

Today East African pastoralists including Borana are increasingly engaged in livelihood diversification evolved over time as an adaptation strategy in the context of climate change and other stressors. This study was undertaken in Borana, southern Ethiopia, to understand women's involvement in livelihood diversification, as well as their gains and losses. The study employed household survey, focus group discussions, key informant interviews and...