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Kenya Tightens Waste Rules for Importers

Correspondent March 17, 2026

Kenya has begun enforcing tougher waste compliance rules, requiring importers to secure an EPR import certificate before goods enter the country. The move is meant to shift waste responsibility to producers and curb growing pollution.

Conservation

Kenya Busts Ant-Smuggling Ring, Exposing New Threat to Biodiversity

Correspondent March 13, 2026

Kenyan authorities arrested a suspect at Nairobi's JKIA after discovering more than 2,000 live queen ants hidden in luggage. The insects, identified as the giant African harvester ant (Messor cephalotes), are vital to ecosystem health through seed dispersal and soil aeration. Experts warn that the case highlights a growing global trade in exotic insects that could pose new threats to biodiversity.

Tech & Energy

Kenya’s Green Shield Against Global Oil Shocks

Neville Ng'ambwa March 11, 2026

Amidst global oil market volatility, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, Kenya is strategically leveraging its renewable energy potential. By fast-tracking decentralized solar and micro-grids, the nation aims to protect its rural communities from price shocks and position its green grid as a competitive advantage in the era of carbon pricing.

Conservation

Red Flags Over Karura Forest Tree Clearing and Government Explanations

Peter Ngare March 10, 2026

Conflicting explanations from Environment CS Deborah Barasa and the Kenya Forest Service over tree clearing in Karura Forest have triggered alarm among conservationists and community groups about transparency and adherence to the forest’s management plan.

Conservation

Upper Tana Water Fund Marks 10 Years

Neville Ng'ambwa March 9, 2026

Kenya marks a decade of the Upper Tana Water Fund, highlighting how nature-based solutions and public-private partnerships are protecting water sources and strengthening climate resilience.

Tech & Energy

Kenya Power Energizes Northern Corridor with Voi EV Hub

Neville Ng'ambwa March 9, 2026

Kenya Power is spearheading the e-mobility revolution, with a new charging hub in Voi set to energize the Northern Corridor. This strategic expansion supports a 188% surge in EV adoption, ensuring sustainable and accessible electric transport across Kenya.

Climate Change

Floods Force Partial Closure of Karura Forest, Put Parks on Alert

Big3Africa Desk March 6, 2026

Heavy rains across Kenya have forced the partial closure of Karura Forest in Nairobi while several national parks face flooding risks, prompting authorities to restrict access and warn visitors of dangerous river crossings.

Tech & Energy

KCB Powers Kenya’s Green Future with Alliance High School Solar

Neville Ng'ambwa March 6, 2026

KCB Bank Kenya is driving the nation's clean energy transition, exemplified by its support for the solarization project at Alliance High School. This initiative, unveiled during the school's centenary, highlights a national commitment to sustainable infrastructure within education, reducing costs and carbon footprints while fostering resilience.

Climate Change

Treasury Allocates Sh11.2 Billion for Climate Resilience in 46 Counties

Correspondent March 6, 2026

Kenya’s National Treasury has allocated Sh11.2 billion to 46 counties to strengthen climate resilience under the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) initiative. The funding will support locally designed adaptation projects including water harvesting, climate-smart agriculture, ecosystem restoration and disaster preparedness as communities face increasing droughts, floods and erratic weather patterns.

Climate Change

Seven Swept Away by Floods in Makueni as Extreme Rains Renew Climate Concerns

Correspondent March 6, 2026

Seven people have died in Makueni County after being swept away by floods triggered by intense rains over the past two weeks. Authorities warn residents to avoid swollen rivers as experts link the rising frequency of extreme rainfall events to climate change.