Lesson: Pastoralism - Classic and Current Issues

Pastoralism is widely practiced in most of the vast semi-arid and arid areas found in the Horn of Africa. This lesson explores 'classic' and emerging issues confronting pastoralists through a series of readings, updates, assignments and other resources in the following sections:

“Classic” Issues That Have Confronted Pastoralism in the Horn
Key Points covered in these readings on “Classic” Issues
The “Classic” Issues Continue to Confront Pastoralism in the 21st Century
Student Activities & Questions to Answer Related to the “Classic” Issues
The Emergence of New Issues Relating to Pastoralism in Recent Years
The Potential of Pastoralism to Cope with Climate Change
Student Activities & Questions to Answer Related to the New Issues and to Climate Change
Relevant websites and Youtube Videos on Pastoralism in the Horn of Africa
Photos in the HOA Web Portal
Relevant Maps in the HOA Web Portal
Key References ~ Bibliography