Transforming landscapes and livelihoods in Tigray: Evidence, innovation and development pathways

Key messages

  • 71,904 vulnerable households empowered through climate-sensitive support (45 percent women)
  • 939 households earned ETB 6.9 million from egg sales, significantly improving nutrition
  • Achieved 73 percent herd growth, ensuring long-term income and food security for households
  • Climate-smart irrigation technology boosted agricultural productivity by 20 percent
  • 40.5 hectares (ha) of degraded land transformed into productive multifunctional agroforestry
  • Strategically converted degraded hillsides and gullies into community opportunities
  • 42 farmer research groups (1,524 farmers) accelerated the adoption of climate- resilient breeds
  • 56 revitalized local institutions now provide crucial inputs/services to over 66,000 households
  • 7,425 beneficiaries capacitated through inclusive, socially acceptable approaches
  • Community provided 13,437 free labour days and added ETB 3.3–6 million in value to the project, driving local ownership and sustainability.

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Authors

Hailemariam, G.,Hagazi, N.,Mokria, M.,Halefom, Y.,Girmay, T.,Tafere, K.,Hadgu, G.

Publication year

2026

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