Climate Money Risks Deepening Africa’s Soil and Biodiversity Crisis – Report
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Climate Money Risks Deepening Africa’s Soil and Biodiversity Crisis – Report

Climate finance could unintentionally reinforce the input-intensive agricultural model linked to soil degradation, declining crop diversity and land expansion in Africa, a new AFSA report warns. The report calls for climate funding to prioritise diversified, low-input and agroecological farming systems that strengthen resilience to drought, erratic rainfall and rising input costs.
Subsidized Fertilizer, Seeds Fails to Stem Rising Hunger in Kenya, Report Says
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Subsidized Fertilizer, Seeds Fails to Stem Rising Hunger in Kenya, Report Says

A new report is challenging the effectiveness of Africa’s input-led Green Revolution model, finding that Kenya’s chronically undernourished population more than doubled to over 20 million between 2006 and 2024 despite increased use of fertiliser, commercial seeds and subsidies. The report calls for greater investment in agroecological farming, local seed systems, soil restoration, extension services and crop diversity.
Carbon Credits Deliver KES655 Million Boost to Northern Kenya Communities
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Carbon Credits Deliver KES655 Million Boost to Northern Kenya Communities

Pastoral communities across northern Kenya are set to receive KES655.15 million from carbon credit sales through the Northern Kenya Rangelands Carbon Project. The funding will support education, healthcare, water infrastructure, livelihoods and conservation initiatives, while reigniting debate over transparency, community consent and the role of carbon markets in supporting climate action and pastoral livelihoods.
East Africa Told to Prepare for Climate Shocks Beyond El Niño
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East Africa Told to Prepare for Climate Shocks Beyond El Niño

East African governments are being urged to look beyond the immediate threat of El Niño and build permanent defences against increasingly severe climate shocks. VI Agroforestry says the region needs stronger early-warning systems, resilient infrastructure, sustainable farming, watershed restoration and locally led adaptation to reduce the risks of floods, landslides, drought and displacement.
Kenyan Teen Leads Charge on Tree Planting and Climate Awareness
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Kenyan Teen Leads Charge on Tree Planting and Climate Awareness

At just 13 years old, Baraka Moruri is emerging as one of Kenya’s youngest climate champions. Having planted more than 7,600 trees with the support of family, friends and partners, Baraka is using tree planting, climate walks and environmental education to inspire young people to take action against climate change while advocating for greater youth participation in environmental decision-making.