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Urbanization, Climate Change, and Food Insecurity: A Triple Threat to Kiambu Sub-County, Kenya

Stella Kasiva Mbiti, Micah Makworo, Brenda Waruinu Githinji, Christine Sabwa

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This study explored the inter-linkages of urbanization, climate change, and food insecurity in Kiambu Sub-County, Kenya. Findings show urbanization leads to dramatic land use changes, diminishing agricultural land, and exacerbated climate risks and food insecurity. The study identified institutional weaknesses, poor planning, limited regulatory frameworks, and political interference as key drivers of unsustainable urban growth and reduced food production.