Stories by: Pendo Setim

The rise of water levels in Kenya’s Rift Valley lakes remains one of the country’s biggest climate challenges. It is causing widespread displacement, disrupting ecosystems, and damaging infrastructure.

As a further mark of national honour, President Ruto has conferred upon her the Head of State Commendation (HSC) Medal for her outstanding service to environmental stewardship.

Miano has emphasized that the week is not just about celebration, but collaboration: a chance for counties to align with the national framework and foster a tourism sector that is sustainable, resilient, and in harmony with Kenya’s priceless natural herit

At a recent consultative meeting held at the Nairobi Arboretum, the Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Barasa, urged timber industry stakeholders to actively contribute to the 15 billion tree growing campaign. She

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) warns that the current trajectory of biodiversity decline will undermine progress toward 35 of the 44 Sustainable Development Goals — from poverty and hunger to health, water, climate, oceans, and land. Agri

“As the official platform of the 15B Tree Strategy, #JazaMiti provides science-based guidance for landscape restoration, agroforestry, and commercial forestry. It advances our national aspiration of achieving 30% tree cover by 2032, fully aligned with Vis

Air pollution is not only a health crisis but also a climate crisis, since the same fossil fuels that poison the air also heat the planet. Policies that reduce pollution therefore deliver a double victory: protecting human health while slowing climate cha

According to the CS, Kenya currently meets less than 10 percent of its national demand, underscoring the need to scale investment, modernize technology, and strengthen policy frameworks. Barasa highlights that the wood industry already contributes about K

During his time as Chief Officer for Environment, Mosiria made notable contributions to environmental protection, particularly through strict enforcement and public engagement. He led the implementation of the Nairobi County Air Quality Act of 2021, which

Guterres believes the world is better equipped than ever to fight the climate crisis. “Thanks to the renewables revolution, the clean-energy economy is no longer tomorrow’s promise,” he said. But he also warned that current plans and policies still lead u

A new United Nations report lays bare the scale of this crisis. It finds that 651 million people endure two or more climate hazards, while 309 million face three or four hazards simultaneously. The most affected regions? South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa,

In a study published in the Journal of Advances in Modeling Earth Systems (JAMES), scientists revealed that dust storms not only block sunlight but also coat solar panels, reducing their efficiency and power output. It’s a double blow, less light and more

Morop Tarambas is a conservancy in the truest sense, land voluntarily set aside for wildlife, eco-tourism, sustainable farming, and cultural preservation. Legally recognized under Kenya’s Wildlife Act of 2013, it’s a model of community-led stewardship.

A sinkhole that opened years ago, after heavy rains swept away the soil has quietly transformed into a dumping ground. What was once a natural disaster is now filled with plastic, debris, and silence. The land is split in two.

Graced by Kenya’s First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto, the event celebrates young environmental champions from across the country who have shown exceptional creativity and commitment to conservation. It brings together learners, educators, government representati

With Kenya accelerating its commitment to the Early Warning for All initiative, Muriuki’s technical depth and strategic foresight are expected to fortify the Department’s ability to deliver timely, reliable, and actionable climate intelligence — protectin

Globally, the United Nations Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) reinforces this stance. It aims to halt species extinction and biodiversity loss, reminding nations that development without ecological integrity is a false victory.

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Director General, Prof. Erustus Kanga noted that measures have been put in place to facilitate visitors who had already booked and paid for their trips through the eCitizen prior to this pronouncement.

On the night of September 26, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) issued a notice: Lake Nakuru National Park would not be part of the free-entry celebration. No explanation. No justification. Just a line in a presser: “Customers with prepaid eCitizen tickets

“Global climate financing is unfair,” Ruto said, “forcing Africa to raise most of its resources at home and placing an impossible burden on economies that have contributed the least to this crisis.”