The study on which this Synthesis Paper is based
reviews current policies and practice towards
pastoralism of governments, development agents
and pastoral communities in the Horn and East
Africa. It also analyses the impact of current
policies and practice on pastoralism and pastoral
livelihood vulnerability, and how policies influence
investment in and the development of
pastoral areas. The study also presents the
considerable economic contribution of traditional
pastoralism, as well as recommendations on how
to secure a vibrant pastoral economy through
positive policy approaches which would open up
opportunities for diversification and alternative
livelihoods.