Climate-Smart Livelihoods & Lake Ecosystem Recovery
Rusinga Island in Homa-Bay County Kenya, East Africa is experiencing a growing triple crisis: collapsing fish stocks, rising youth unemployment, and increasing social and mental health strain within families. The decline of Lake Victoria’s ecosystem has weakened traditional fishing livelihoods, forcing many, especially women and young men into unsafe, unstable economic activities. Climate variability has further reduced agricultural productivity, leaving households more vulnerable than ever.
Maisha Nordics is restoring both livelihoods and the environment through five key pathways:
We are seeking donors, co-financiers, and technical partners to help revive Rusinga’s ecosystems and build a resilient future.
"Together, we can revive Rusinga’s ecosystems, restore sustainable livelihoods, and build a resilient future for the community."