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We are a Network of over 2000 grassroots Community Development Workers (CDWs) drawn from non- governmental organizations, community- based organisations as well as government departments, all offering a form of extension service in Read moreInformation about Arid Lands Information Network About Arid Lands Information Network
We are a Network of over 2000 grassroots Community Development Workers (CDWs) drawn from non- governmental organizations, community- based organisations as well as government departments, all offering a form of extension Read morePrograms offered by Arid Lands Information Network Information Support and Capacity Building
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Baobab Journal: The journal, published three times a year, is primarily a forum for ALIN Network members to exchange development ideas and experiences on ALIN's five key thematic areas of focus i.e agricultural production Read moreMaarifa Centres - Containers that provide information to the people of the Arid Lands Maarifa Centres
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UNICEF Uganda visits Isinya Maarifa Centre
The Isinya Maarifa centre hosted Ms. Terra Weikal from UNICEF Uganda accompanied by Anthony Mugo-Programmes Manager ALIN. The visit sought to find out how a Maarifa (Knowledge) Centre operates and Read full StoryPomp as Merti Maarifa Centre is Launched
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A new Maarifa (Knowledge) Centre was launched on May 22 2010 in Merti, Isiolo District, Eastern Province of Kenya. The new Read full StoryNGO Bureau Board Director Recognises ALIN's Work in Empowering Communities through ICTs
NGO Bureau Board Director Recognises ALIN's Work in Empowering Communities through ICTs
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Rural communities need to be educated about climate change
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