From Farm Waste to Climate Solution: Why Biogas is Becoming Essential for Kenya’s Future
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From Farm Waste to Climate Solution: Why Biogas is Becoming Essential for Kenya’s Future

Kenya's livestock farmers are increasingly turning farm waste into clean energy through biogas technology, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while cutting production costs. As climate change intensifies, biodigesters are proving to be a practical solution that delivers renewable energy, organic fertilizer, improved soil health and greater resilience for farmers across the country.
How The Gulf War Is Threatening Kenya’s Food Security
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How The Gulf War Is Threatening Kenya’s Food Security

Rising tensions in the Gulf are exposing Kenya's dependence on imported fertilizer, threatening food production and increasing costs for farmers. While the government says strategic fertilizer stocks remain adequate, prolonged supply disruptions could drive up production costs, reduce maize yields and place additional pressure on national food security.
KRA’s Tax Relief Sparks Fresh Debate Over Plastic Pollution
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KRA’s Tax Relief Sparks Fresh Debate Over Plastic Pollution

Kenya's decision to remove excise duty on bottled water has ignited a national debate over the balance between affordable access to safe drinking water and the growing threat of plastic pollution. While lower prices could benefit consumers, environmentalists warn that increased reliance on single-use plastic bottles may undermine efforts to curb waste, protect ecosystems, and build a circular economy.
Kenya Waste Movement Turns Trash into Economic Gold
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Kenya Waste Movement Turns Trash into Economic Gold

Kenya's "Tunataka Taka" campaign is reshaping how communities view waste by promoting a circular economy where discarded materials become valuable resources. Backed by the Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization (KEPRO), the movement combines digital storytelling, policy reform, and private-sector innovation to boost recycling, create green jobs, and drive sustainable waste management across the country.