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

Livestock in the Horn of Africa plays a critical role in economies, food security, employment, and income generation, particularly in pastoral areas. However, livestock mobility is increasingly being restricted, compromising livestock production. Maps and data on livestock routes, infrastructure and services are scattered.

In this report, we assess the status of livestock mobility, arterial routes, infrastructure and services in Ethiopia and Kenya. Livestock routes were mapped by government experts from each country 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.