May 14, 2025/
Research suggests that certain chemicals found in plastics, like phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA), are not just harmless additives. Instead, they may be wreaking havoc on male fertility, potentially reducing sperm quality and quantity.
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May 13, 2025/
Extreme weather events and the impacts of climate change are greatly affecting every facet of socio-economic development across Africa. The United Nations World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in "State of the Climate in Africa 2024...
May 12, 2025/
Cow manure is about to become the unsung hero in the fight against pollution, greenhouse…
May 12, 2025/
Japanese motor vehicle manufacturers Toyota, Mazda, and Subaru have teamed up to develop engines compatible with various carbon-neutral fuels, including hydrogen, biofuels, and e-fuels.
May 10, 2025/
COP30 President-Designate André Aranha Corrêa do Lago said this year’s summit, to be hosted in the Amazonian city of Belem in November, must represent a decisive transition from the regime’s negotiation phase: “COP30 must...
May 9, 2025/
The High Court has temporarily stopped the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) from implementing regulations…
May 9, 2025/
In 2014, while studying at the University of Nairobi, Ng’etich took the plunge and founded Synnefa, an agri-tech startup dedicated to equipping smallholder farmers with cutting-edge hardware and software solutions.
May 8, 2025/
Between 2020 and 2025, said Mr Udoto, KWS and their partners have managed to intercept a whole bunch of illegal wildlife products, including 5,140 queen ants, 22 tortoises, 5 snakes, a bee swarm, and...
May 8, 2025/
Half of the vegetation in Mt Kenya Forest will disappear over the next 15 years due to climate change and human activities. According to findings of a new research about the impacts of climate...
May 7, 2025/
JKIA Law Courts Senior Principal Magistrate Njeri Thuku convicted the four for violating the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act.
May 7, 2025/
Environmentalists across the country are optimistic that implementing the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producer Responsibility or EPR) Regulations, 2024, will promote environmental sustainability and reduce waste in the country.
May 6, 2025/
Kenya lack of commitment to fighting climate change is the suggestion to slap a 16% VAT on solar, wind, and geothermal inputs. Currently, these inputs are VAT exempt, but if this proposal goes through,...
May 6, 2025/
In Kenya, the people categorized as Indigenous are mainly pastoralists and hunter-gatherers. Hunter-gath¬erers include the Ogiek, Sengwer, Yiaku, Waata, and Awer (Boni), while pastoralists include the Turkana, Rendille, Borana, Maas¬ai, Samburu, Ilchamus, Somali, Gabra,...
May 5, 2025/
Researchers have developed a groundbreaking method to significantly enhance the efficiency of solar panels, potentially increasing their effectiveness by up to 1,000 times compared to current models. This advancement promises to make solar energy...
May 2, 2025/
Kenya needs KES 7 trillion to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 35% between 2031 and 2035. The country plans to raise 20% of these funds domestically, with the remaining 80% coming from international channels...
April 30, 2025/
A groundbreaking renewable energy project in Meru County is set to commence construction in early 2026. It is expected to contribute 220 megawatts of electricity to the national grid upon its completion in three...
April 28, 2025/
By Bhabna Banerjee, Inside Climate News Health professionals are issuing warnings about the impact of…
April 28, 2025/
Representatives from at least 180 countries have gathered in Geneva for two weeks of high-stakes negotiations to address the escalating global threat posed by hazardous chemicals, including widely used pesticides and everyday stain repellents.
April 27, 2025/
From customer service to award-winning business leader, Linet Moraa’s journey into the renewable energy sector proves that passion, resilience, and continuous learning can spark real change. Her next chapter? Building a sustainable, inclusive future.
April 26, 2025/
The Ministry of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation, through the State Department for Irrigation, is currently developing a policy aimed at addressing land degradation. Ian Thandi, the Director of Climate Change Resilience for Food and...
April 25, 2025/
Coral Reefs in at least 83 countries, including the coasts of East Africa, have turned…
April 25, 2025/
Despite its numerous challenges, the plant has emerged as an alternative source of income for some locals, particularly women who harvest and sell the fruits for wine and jam production. Additionally, it is now...
April 24, 2025/
Dr. Isaac Kalua said Kenya, and Africa as a whole, has the potential to lead the charge in finding solutions to combat climate change.
April 24, 2025/
When cows' stomachs make methane, they lose valuable energy that could otherwise be used to make milk or meat. By feeding them in a way that reduces methane output, researchers might be able to...
April 24, 2025/
Kenya has officially assumed the role of the 3rd Vice President on the Sahara and…
April 23, 2025/
The report shows that the climate crisis also exacerbates violence against women and girls by making it even harder to address and prevent: “Climate change can create environmental conditions that damage or disrupt schooling,...
April 23, 2025/
When compared to other hazards, the study shows, rapid temperature fluctuations pose a unique threat due to the limited time available to respond and adapt, potentially exacerbating impacts on both natural and societal systems.
April 22, 2025/
According to the recent report released by the Kenya Meteorological Department on the State of Climate in Kenya, 2024 marked the hottest year on record in the country, reflecting the global trend of rising...
April 22, 2025/
Schools in Kenya now have the opportunity to harness the power of green energy through solar power. This innovative initiative is made possible through a partnership between KCB Bank and Sentinel Energy. KCB Bank...
April 17, 2025/
Cultural norms play a significant role in shaping women's roles, while economic barriers hinder their ability to adapt. The evolving economic landscape, coupled with cultural norms and legal constraints, hinders women from building resilience...
April 16, 2025/
Agriculture in Kenya is particularly vulnerable to climate change, with farmers facing the challenges of irregular, insufficient, and unpredictable rainfall patterns. The situation is getting worse by the day, with extreme weather events like...
April 12, 2025/
This week, Trump signed an executive order aimed at state and local climate laws that seek to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Instead, Trump sought to breathe new life into America's coal industry, directing government...
April 10, 2025/
A new policy brief from Power Shift Africa (Kenya) and Germanwatch (Germany) urges the German government to rethink its agricultural cooperation strategy with Africa. The brief, titled "What is the Missing Ingredient? The German...
April 9, 2025/
CGIAR Science Week, co-hosted by the Kenyan Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), is bringing together experts and leaders in agricultural science to explore innovative partnerships. The event focuses on how science and collaboration...
April 9, 2025/
Banks in Kenya have 18 months to start disclosing their climate-related exposure arising from the…
April 8, 2025/
The investigation highlights that the seeming philanthropic initiatives led by the Gates Foundation and the Rockefeller Foundation under the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (Agra) - an organization they established promising to...
April 5, 2025/
Vihiga County Vihiga has launched the County Climate Change Bill 2025, providing a framework for…
April 2, 2025/
The Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization (KEPRO) urges business owners and manufacturers to take proactive…
March 28, 2025/
Greenpeace Africa, Kenya Peasants League, and BIBA Kenya have praised the recent decision by the Court of Appeal to temporarily halt the importation of genetically modified (GM) crops into Kenya.
March 26, 2025/
Baringo has also been overrun by Prosopis juliflora, a highly invasive plant commonly known as Mathenge. This thorny species is spreading rapidly, taking over the land and disrupting the natural environment. Tragically, thousands of...