Rainmakers Face Violence as Climate Change Disrupts African Communities

In parts of Africa, rainmakers face violent attacks from farmers due to climate change. Farmers blame them for droughts and floods.

Editorial Desk

September 15, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Namisindwa, Uganda — In parts of Africa, rainmakers are facing increasing violence from farmers who blame them for the region’s erratic weather patterns caused by climate change.

David Nabutsilili, a rainmaker in Namisindwa, Uganda, was attacked by farmers after they felt he had brought too much rain, flooding their vegetable gardens. He suffered a broken femur and still feels pain in his leg today. Despite this, many of those who once attacked him seek his help during planting season or when they want to block rain.

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In South Sudan, at least two rainmakers have been killed in the past two years. The situation has become more severe as climate change continues to disrupt traditional farming practices, leading to conflicts between communities and rainmakers. Despite the risks, rainmakers continue their work, believing it is their calling to bring balance to the natural world.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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