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Extreme heat is now officially recognised as a major public health threat, joining risks like air pollution and poor diets. As global temperatures rise, cities—especially in Africa—are stepping up efforts to protect vulnerable populations...
Kenya is set to receive four male mountain bongos from European zoos in a landmark conservation effort led by Chester Zoo, KWS, and global partners. The move aims to revive one of Africa’s most...
Makueni County has partnered with CLASP to accelerate the adoption of clean cooking solutions in public institutions, targeting over 4,500 beneficiaries across 63 vocational training centres. The agreement, signed at the Kenyan International Investment...
Kenya is unlikely to achieve universal access to clean cooking by 2030, with nearly 37 million people still dependent on firewood and charcoal. A new report highlights slow progress, rising health risks, and widening...
Kenya has secured a major boost in global climate leadership after Nairobi was selected to host the Green Climate Fund regional office for Eastern and Southern Africa. The move comes as the Fund’s portfolio...
Kenya is facing a more volatile climate future as rising temperatures, erratic rainfall and extreme weather disrupt agriculture, strain health systems and threaten economic stability, according to the latest State of the Climate report.
A growing conservation battle is unfolding in Nairobi National Park as plans linked to the Bomas International Convention Centre spark outrage over the clearing of nearly 100 acres of sensitive upland forest. Conservationists warn...
Scientists at Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar have developed an innovative method to convert cow dung into a highly porous carbon material capable of capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂). The low-cost and eco-friendly breakthrough offers...
Kenya’s renewed push to revive oil extraction in Turkana is facing growing resistance from local communities, who say past exploration activities left behind environmental damage, contaminated water sources and unresolved health concerns.
A groundbreaking study shows how the Turkana people evolved to survive extreme dehydration in Kenya’s arid north. But as climate change and urban migration reshape lifestyles, these same genetic advantages may now increase the...
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For Douglas King’ori and Pius Wanyoike, the sudden heavy rainfall that began in February arrived…
Cape Town’s evolving fight against air pollution is offering critical lessons for rapidly urbanising African cities. While stronger laws, real-time monitoring, and local enforcement have improved air quality management, challenges like vehicle emissions, high...
Global warming is rapidly becoming a public health emergency, warns the World Meteorological Organization. Rising heat and shifting climates are accelerating disease spread and putting over a billion people at risk. Experts say urgent...
The World Happiness Report 2026 has flagged social media as a growing driver of youth unhappiness, linking heavy online use to rising climate anxiety and declining wellbeing.
Kenya has been ranked among the world’s least happy countries in the World Happiness Report 2026, as rising living costs, climate shocks, and corruption weigh heavily on citizens. Experts warn that worsening environmental stress...
Kenya is losing billions annually due to degraded forests, wetlands and rangelands, according to a new World Bank report. The study warns that ecosystem loss is weakening climate resilience, cutting productivity and deepening economic...
Global energy shocks triggered by the war in Iran are exposing the risks of fossil fuel dependence, with UN climate chief Simon Stiell urging nations to accelerate the shift to renewables. He warns that...
Nairobi has been globally recognised under the Tree Cities of the World programme by Food and Agriculture Organization and Arbor Day Foundation, highlighting its growing commitment to urban forestry and climate resilience amid rapid...
Deforestation is significantly increasing flood risks in Kenya, with new research showing forest loss can make severe floods up to eight times more likely. Experts warn that degraded water towers and rapid urbanisation are...
Africa has launched its first Climate–Health Desk to turn weather data into early warnings for disease outbreaks, marking a major step in linking climate science with public health across the continent.
Kenya has begun enforcing tougher waste compliance rules, requiring importers to secure an EPR import certificate before goods enter the country. The move is meant to shift waste responsibility to producers and curb growing...
Kenyan authorities arrested a suspect at Nairobi's JKIA after discovering more than 2,000 live queen ants hidden in luggage. The insects, identified as the giant African harvester ant (Messor cephalotes), are vital to ecosystem...
Amidst global oil market volatility, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, Kenya is strategically leveraging its renewable energy potential. By fast-tracking decentralized solar and micro-grids, the nation aims to protect its rural communities from price shocks...
Conflicting explanations from Environment CS Deborah Barasa and the Kenya Forest Service over tree clearing in Karura Forest have triggered alarm among conservationists and community groups about transparency and adherence to the forest’s management...
Kenya marks a decade of the Upper Tana Water Fund, highlighting how nature-based solutions and public-private partnerships are protecting water sources and strengthening climate resilience.
Kenya Power is spearheading the e-mobility revolution, with a new charging hub in Voi set to energize the Northern Corridor. This strategic expansion supports a 188% surge in EV adoption, ensuring sustainable and accessible...
Heavy rains across Kenya have forced the partial closure of Karura Forest in Nairobi while several national parks face flooding risks, prompting authorities to restrict access and warn visitors of dangerous river crossings.
KCB Bank Kenya is driving the nation's clean energy transition, exemplified by its support for the solarization project at Alliance High School. This initiative, unveiled during the school's centenary, highlights a national commitment to...
Kenya’s National Treasury has allocated Sh11.2 billion to 46 counties to strengthen climate resilience under the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) initiative. The funding will support locally designed adaptation projects including water harvesting, climate-smart...
Seven people have died in Makueni County after being swept away by floods triggered by intense rains over the past two weeks. Authorities warn residents to avoid swollen rivers as experts link the rising...
KenGen is transforming the WRC Safari Rally 2026 into a showcase for green energy. Through geothermal tourism, EV charging infrastructure discussions, and a KSh 5.1 million sponsorship of diverse drivers, KenGen is linking the...
Kenya has unveiled its 2026–2040 National Buildings and Construction Decarbonization Roadmap, outlining reforms to cut emissions from cement, steel and energy use in buildings. The plan introduces stricter building codes, green financing incentives and...
Kenya has planted over 1.2 million seedlings across 1,200 hectares of the Mau Forest Complex under a new restoration drive targeting 3,300 hectares during the March–May long rains. The programme integrates conservation with climate-smart...
Kenya’s climate commitments are under scrutiny after the State Department for Environment and Climate Change disclosed a KSh3.4 billion funding shortfall. Officials warn the gap is weakening enforcement, staffing, and early warning systems critical...
The Kenya Red Cross is urging urgent policy reforms as climate-induced disasters become a recurring humanitarian crisis. A new brief calls for anticipatory action financing, faster passage of the National Disaster Risk Management Bill...
Regional institutions managing Lakes Victoria and Tanganyika have signed a five-year cooperation agreement to jointly tackle climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss while promoting sustainable water and community development.
As Nairobi swelters under intensifying January–February heat, scientists say the right trees planted in the right places could cool city streets by up to 12°C. But urban forestry is not just about numbers —...
Murang’a County has launched a countywide digital soil fertility mapping exercise to diagnose declining soil health and boost farm productivity. Led by the County Government in partnership with KALRO, the initiative will provide ward-level...
Kenya has launched a Plastic Circular Investment Initiative under the Kenya National Plastics Action Partnership to tackle rising urban plastic waste and unlock green financing. The platform brings together government, industry and recyclers to...
