Supporting Pastoralists and Pastoralist Organisations in Eastern and Southern Africa
The ESAPN seeks to change the negative perceptions on pastoralism. Pastoralists are seen as backward and unproductive despite the important contributions they make. They produce food in areas too dry for crop farming, foster trade, conserve the environment and possess a rich culture
Who We Are
The Eastern and Southern African Pastoralists Network (ESAPN) is a consortium of pastoralist organisations, groups and institutions in Eastern and Southern Africa. The network is guided by the following vision and mission:
Vision: An Eastern and Southern Africa where pastoralists, their livelihoods, communities and cultures are recognised and respected for their contribution to sustainable food systems, natural resource management and socio-economic development.
Mission: To empower pastoralists in Eastern and Southern Africa to sustainably improve productivity and livelihoods, while making their voices heard through effective communication, advocacy and legitimate demand for services and resources from policymakers. ReadMore>>>
What We Do
Eastern and Southern Africa Pastoralist Network (ESAPN) advocate for better policies that support the lifestyle of mobile pastoralists.
The Network seeks to change the negative perceptions on pastoralism. Pastoralists are seen as backward and unproductive despite the important contributions they make. They produce food in areas too dry for crop farming, foster trade, conserve the environment and possess a rich culture.
Advocating for favourable policy environment: Poorly designed policies limit herd movements, urge communities to settle and exclude pastoralists from grazing areas they have traditionally used. This has made pastoralist communities vulnerable to loss of resources, conflicts, climate change and poverty. ReadMore>>>
ESAPN Member Organisations
