May 6, 2026 - Big3Africa.org

Court directs enjoinment of Ministry of Energy in BP Kenya toxic waste lawsuit

Correspondent May 6, 2026

The Environment and Land Court in Isiolo has ordered petitioners in a toxic waste lawsuit against BP to include the Ministry of Energy as a respondent, citing its oversight role during historic oil exploration activities in northern Kenya.

Conservation

Scientists say Moringa seeds could filter microplastics from drinking water

Correspondent May 6, 2026

Seeds from the Moringa oleifera could offer a breakthrough in water purification, with new research showing they can remove up to 98% of microplastics from drinking water. Scientists say the plant-based method performs as effectively as conventional chemical treatments.

Climate Change

As climate change deepens, African cities face the daunting prospect of more deadly rains

Correspondent May 6, 2026

As climate change intensifies rainfall patterns across East Africa, cities like Nairobi are facing increasingly deadly floods driven by rapid urbanization, poor drainage systems, and rising precipitation levels.