Kenya Moves From Climate Impact Documentation to Financing Push

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

“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

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

Agriculture contributes to 30% of Kenya’s GDP. Farmers plant crops according to the weather patterns that have been however the excess rainfall poses a threat not only to their profits but also the country’s food security.

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

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.

The focus of the program involves transitioning selected schools to biogas energy systems. These installations convert organic waste into clean, renewable energy, reducing dependence on fuelwood and easing pressure on forest resources.

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.

These include the iconic savannahs of Amboseli and Tsavo, to the forested silence of Kakamega and the volcanic drama of Hell’s Gate.

At Lewa-Borana Conservancy, KWS successfully ear-notched 46 rhinos, enabling individual identification and easier monitoring. Biological samples were also collected to build a DNA database, a tool in forensic analysis and anti-poaching investigations.

Speaking during a high-level media and development partners’ roundtable for the Mau Forest Complex Integrated Conservation and Livelihood Improvement Programme (MFC-ICLIP), held on September 17, 2025, CS Barasa joined the Environment and Climate Change Pr

The Forum’s living strategy reflects a shift from token consultation to genuine collaboration, setting the stage for a more equitable and trusted voluntary carbon market.

As World Water Week 2025 reminds us, water is more than a source-it's survival. In Kenya and beyond, protecting freshwater systems is essential to fighting climate change, conserving biodiversity, and securing human livelihoods.

According to the President, the initiative will include 30–40% local content in the assembly of e-vehicles, with the long-term goal of full-scale manufacturing.

Egerton University is hosting a five-day Kenya National Research Festival 2025. The festival held in collaboration with the National Research Fund (NRF) started on August 18, 2025 and will run uptown August 22, 2025.

To date, the organization has succeeded in planting over 80,000 trees in schools and churches across the Western region—a move that earned a warm praise from CS Barasa, who described their action as "a bold and commendable step."

From restoring degraded landscapes to empowering smallholder farmers and boosting rural incomes, the Vision is anchored in a long-term commitment to sustainable growth.

KFS rangers embody this year's theme by not only protecting Kenya's rich forest ecosystems but also actively shaping a more sustainable and resilient future.

Captured at the height of the migration season, which runs from July through October, the live coverage highlighted the dramatic river crossings that attract visitors and wildlife enthusiasts from around the world.

"This accolade represents not only the stunning allure of the Maasai Mara but also the steadfast dedication of local communities, conservationists, and governmental bodies who tirelessly work to safeguard it," remarked Rebecca Miano, the Cabinet Secretary

Farmers abandoned pyrethrum in favor of more reliable alternatives like potatoes, maize, or dairy farming. Kenya’s share in the global market dwindled, and countries like Rwanda and Tanzania stepped in to fill the gap.

An exhibition dedicated to the International Year of Camelids will also run alongside the event, featuring innovations, traditional knowledge, and experience from camel-keeping communities.

Schools across Kenya are being encouraged to plan visits, with KWS offering guided educational tours tailored to various age groups. Teachers are also being equipped with resources to link these experiences to the national curriculum.

According to the Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Deborah Barasa, the Ministry is scaling up enforcement of Extended Producer Responsibility, promoting biodegradable materials like sisal and bamboo, and working with counties

Kenya’s leadership in environmental reform has garnered global attention. The plastic bag ban was ranked among the world’s most stringent and has since inspired several African nations to follow suit. However, plastic pollution persists in new forms from