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Kenya’s Missing Climate Billions

Neville Ng'ambwa February 13, 2026

Kenya faces a climate finance crisis as an audit reveals billions from the IMF and GCF are untracked. This accountability gap threatens climate resilience and action, highlighting dormant institutions and a critical need for transparency.

Conservation

Sea Turtle Rescues Transform Conservation in Watamu Kenya

Correspondent February 13, 2026

In Watamu, 26-year-old Teresia Njeri is helping lead a new era of community-driven sea turtle conservation. Through rescue hotlines, rehabilitation efforts, and local education programs, fishermen and conservationists are working together to protect endangered marine life and strengthen Kenya’s Blue Economy.

Food Systems

Boosting East Africa Climate and Food Resilience

Neville Ng'ambwa February 11, 2026

Ethiopia and the African Development Bank secure $71.9M for climate resilience, impacting Kenya's cross-border communities through enhanced food security, infrastructure, and regional trade.

Conservation Tech & Energy

Nairobi Waste to Energy Transformation

Neville Ng'ambwa February 10, 2026

Nairobi is turning garbage into gold! 🇰🇪 Under the leadership of Governor Johnson Sakaja and CECM Maureen Njeri, the city is launching a major Waste-to-Energy project in Dandora projected to produce 70MW.

Food Systems

EAC Seed Bill Raises Alarm Over Indigenous Seeds and Farmer Rights

Peter Ngare February 9, 2026

A proposed East African Community Seed and Plant Varieties Bill is triggering concern among farmers, environmentalists, and indigenous groups. Critics warn the legislation could sideline traditional seed systems, expand corporate control over agriculture, and threaten biodiversity and food security across the region.

Conservation

Africa’s Wildlife Renaissance A New Dawn

Neville Ng'ambwa February 9, 2026

Africa's wildlife is on the cusp of a major comeback. Despite a 76% decline over 50 years, 2026 marks the launch of ambitious restoration plans. From wetland-centric conservation to booming rhino populations and vital green corridors, a new era of hope is emerging for the continent's rich biodiversity.

Food Systems

De Heus Kenya to Open KSh 3 Billion Animal Feed Factory in Athi River

Correspondent February 6, 2026

De Heus Kenya will officially open a KSh 3 billion state-of-the-art animal feed factory in Athi River on 18 February 2026, strengthening local feed supply, creating jobs, and supporting Kenya’s food security and livestock productivity agenda.

Tech & Energy

REREC Boosts Rural Solar Training in Kenya

Big3Africa Desk February 6, 2026

Kenya’s Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC) is scaling up regional training centers to fast-track solar adoption and slash biomass dependency in rural counties like Kitui.

Climate Change

Kenya’s 2026 Long Rains Forecast Mixed Fortunes

Neville Ng'ambwa February 5, 2026

The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) issues the MAM 2026 long-rains forecast, warning of uneven rainfall distribution, rising temperatures, and a dry outlook for the Coast.

Opinions

Kenya Ecopreneur Saves 36M Driving the Green Revolution

Neville Ng'ambwa February 4, 2026

Ecopreneur Dr. Kalua Green saved KSh 36.7 million through e-mobility, an example of advocacy supported by Kenya's new National E-Mobility Policy and green number plates driving a nationwide mindset shift toward a sustainable, efficient future.