DIRAJ

DIRAJ Disaster Risk Reduction Network of Africa Journalists

DIRAJ is the Association of journalists and communicators working in the fields of disaster risk reduction (DRR), disaster risk management (DRM) and humanitarian response in Africa. Drawing its membership from journalism, public relations, academia, civil society, private sector and policy makers, DIRAJ exists to:
• Encourage and support the professional growth of members with a passion to entrenc

h DRR in the development agenda
• Act as a medium of education and support for members and a resource centre for policy makers and the public
• Represent members and the DRR community to policy makers

In the heart of Kenya, the resilient Maasai herders embark on a poignant journey through diverse landscapes in search of...
26/01/2024

In the heart of Kenya, the resilient Maasai herders embark on a poignant journey through diverse landscapes in search of pasture for their cherished livestock, the backbone of their livelihood. Battling prolonged droughts, their odyssey often leads them to the bustling cityscape of Nairobi, a stark contrast to their pastoral traditions. In this short yet powerful glimpse into their world, witness the profound impact of climate change on these nomadic communities. Struggling against the odds, the loss of precious cattle to the relentless forces of nature becomes a heartbreaking reality, pushing them further into the clutches of poverty.

In the heart of Kenya, the resilient Maasai herders embark on a poignant journey through diverse landscapes in search of pasture for their cherished livestoc...

Kenya faces its worst drought in 40 years, with a 7.8% loss in humid forests. Are deforestation and recurrent droughts l...
13/01/2024

Kenya faces its worst drought in 40 years, with a 7.8% loss in humid forests. Are deforestation and recurrent droughts linked? Watch this compelling documentary to uncover the urgent need for action and the threat to Kenya's ecological balance.



Pulitzer Center

Kenya is facing the aftermath of a severe five-year drought, the third in a decade and the worst in 40 years, resulting in significant loss and death. Concur...

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DIRAJ is the Association of journalists and communicators working in the fields of disaster risk reduction (DRR), disaster risk management (DRM) and humanitarian response in Africa. Drawing its membership from journalism, public relations, academia, civil society, private sector and policy makers, DIRAJ exists to: • Encourage and support the professional growth of members with a passion to entrench DRR in the development agenda • Act as a medium of education and support for members and a resource centre for policy makers and the public • Represent members and the DRR community to policy makers