May 12, 2026 - Big3Africa.org

Rwanda Healers Preserve Medicinal Plant Knowledge Amid Climate Threats

Correspondent May 12, 2026

Traditional healers in Rwanda are racing to preserve centuries-old medicinal plant knowledge as climate change threatens biodiversity, ecosystems, and indigenous healing traditions across the country.

Tech & Energy

TotalEnergies Accelerates EV Charging Expansion in Kenya With 30 Stations Nationwide

Correspondent May 12, 2026

TotalEnergies has expanded its electric vehicle charging network to 30 stations across Kenya, signalling a major shift toward cleaner transport solutions. The rollout, focused largely on electric motorbikes for the boda boda sector, reflects growing investment in Kenya’s fast-rising e-mobility industry.

Food Systems

Kenya Eyes Greener Milk Production With New Climate Financing

Correspondent May 12, 2026

Kenya has secured Sh5.4 billion (US$42 million) in climate financing to reduce methane emissions from the dairy sector through improved feeds, breeding, manure management, and animal health. The regional DaIMA programme aims to help farmers increase milk productivity while lowering emissions, positioning climate-smart dairy farming as both an environmental and economic opportunity for East Africa.

Tech & Energy

Doubt on Kenya’s Oil Ambitions as Africa’s Fossil Fuel Promise Crumbles

Big3Africa Desk May 12, 2026

Kenya’s plans to expand oil production are facing growing criticism after a new report warned that decades of fossil fuel extraction across Africa have failed to deliver broad economic benefits. As the country pushes ahead with Turkana oil drilling and a proposed refinery in Mombasa, analysts say Kenya risks investing in stranded fossil fuel assets while the world rapidly shifts toward renewable energy.