Wetlands key to flood control as El Niño approaches

29 August 2026, 9:52 am

By Freeman Canogura

In this episode of Lok Pa Lapur (Farmers’ Voice), Antony Tooyero, a climate activist and agricultural expert, explains the important role wetlands play in controlling floods, regulating water flows and protecting communities as heavier rains are expected in the coming months.

The session brought together farmers and community members who shared their experiences, contributed to the discussion and asked questions about wetland conservation and restoration. Their questions were addressed by the facilitator, providing practical guidance on how communities can protect and restore degraded wetlands.

The discussion also explores tree planting, buffer zones and responsible land use as ways of protecting wetlands, improving water security and strengthening community resilience to climate change.

Listen to the full episode to hear what the expert and community members had to say using the link provided. https://drive.google.com/file/d/14ce0TVA2eOLHEl4g5X6IsaZ6VU-TGCu0/view?usp=sharing