There is evidence of value in implementing early action in advance of a disaster. Ahead of the 2016/2017 drought, Food and Agriculture Organisation implemented early action with selected households in Marsabit, Wajir, Kilifi and Kwale counties. As part of early action KRC, in early 2019, piloted a cash transfer programme to vulnerable households in Mandera, Wajir and Marsabit. Second, we must invest considerably in early warning and early action. Above all, we must integrate anticipatory action and/or preparedness in our disaster management policies and laws at all levels.

Source: Standard Digital June 02, 2021 15:31 UTC