Food and nutrition 🥛
A cow provides milk daily, which is an important source of proteins, fats, and vitamins. This especially helps children grow up healthier and combats malnutrition. Excess milk can also be sold or traded.

Income and security 💰
Milk, calves, and sometimes manure can be sold, providing a regular source of income. A cow also functions as a kind of “savings account”: in times of need, an animal can be sold to pay for school fees or medical expenses, for example.

Agriculture and fertilizer 🌱
Cow dung is used as natural fertilizer for fields, which improves crop yields. In some areas, dried dung is also used as fuel for cooking.

Social and cultural value
In many communities in Kenya, livestock symbolize status and wealth. Cows often play a role in dowries, ceremonies, and traditional obligations.

Stability and independence
For families who depend on aid, a cow can be a step towards independence. It gives them the opportunity to produce their own food and build a small income.

In short: a cow is much more than just an animal; it is a source of nutrition, income, security, and dignity.