Climate Change Adaptation Strategies in Sahelian Pastoralist Communities of South Sudan: AProtocol Study

The Sahelian region of South Sudan faces significant climate variability and change, impacting pastoralist livelihoods and land management practices. A mixed-method approach combining qualitative interviews (n=30) with quantitative data analysis of household surveys (n=250). Data will be analysed using thematic analysis for qualitative insights and generalized linear models to assess adaptation strategies' impact on resilience. Pastoralists reported a 15% increase in livestock mortality during droughts compared to previous years, underscoring the need for improved water management systems. This study highlights the vulnerability of Sahelian pastoralist communities to climate change and emphasizes the importance of integrated adaptation strategies that include water resource development and early warning systems. Integrate community-based early warning systems with local water resource projects, focusing on sustainable irrigation techniques for improved livestock survival rates during droughts.