In response, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWFN) has launched a restoration program aimed at preventing further soil degradation in the agriculture-rich region of Kajiado South.
The initiative targets restoration of over 5,000 hectares, of which 2,000 hectares have been covered so far, using afforestation and terracing to conserve soil and water.
Local community members, especially women, youth, and people with disabilities, are employed to plant trees, dig earth buds, and install conservation structures like sisal for soil restoration.
According to Dr John Kioko, World Wide Fund for Nature program coordinator, the organization has also constructed 7,500 meters of terraces in highly degraded areas to help retain soil and water.
This community-driven conservation effort provides local farmers with a sustainable pathway to revive their soil fertility, while balancing agricultural productivity with responsible land practices.
Through these measures, Oloitokitok's agricultural sector may continue to thrive, supporting farmers' livelihoods and preserving the surrounding ecosystem.