April 17, 2026 - Big3Africa.org

COP31 Türkiye Leads Global Climate Action

Neville Ng'ambwa April 17, 2026

Türkiye is set to host COP31 in Antalya, a pivotal UN Climate Change Conference in November 2026. The nation will emphasize global cooperation, inclusivity, and solidarity, leveraging its green transition and critical mineral wealth to drive meaningful climate action.

Conservation

BP Faces Landmark Environmental Lawsuit in Isiolo, Marsabit

Correspondent April 17, 2026

A court in Isiolo has allowed 299 petitioners to proceed with a class action lawsuit against BP over alleged toxic contamination linked to historical oil exploration in Isiolo and Marsabit County. The case could set a major precedent for environmental justice and corporate accountability in Kenya.

Food Systems

The Hidden Cost of What Schools Feed Children

Pauline Ongaji April 17, 2026

Kenya’s school meals are quietly shaping more than children’s diets—they are reinforcing a globalised, ultra-processed food system with rising health and environmental costs. As schools prioritise convenience and affordability, experts warn that what children eat today could define the country’s future in nutrition, sustainability, and climate resilience.