Kenya is stepping up in the climate fight, targeting a 32% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. This ambitious goal is part of Kenya’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), revised four years ago due to more frequent, intense weather events, and the toll of climate change on…
Read MoreOver 1,000 schools across Kenya took part in the inaugural First Lady Mazingira Awards (FLAMA), which provided students with a platform to contribute to the country’s climate action efforts through art, essays, and spoken word. The award ceremony, held at State House Nairobi, saw young learners being recognized…
Read MoreIn the bird world, males tend to steal the spotlight with their vibrant colors and striking features. Female birds, on the other hand, often go unnoticed. Dr. Peter Njoroge, a bird expert with the National Museums of Kenya (NMK), sheds light on why this happens, explaining that the…
Read MoreKenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has announced plans to spend Sh18 million over the next three years to install GPS tracking devices on vultures. This initiative aims to enable faster responses to poisoning incidents, which are a major cause of vulture deaths in Kenya.
Read MoreThe Namibian government has initiated the culling of more than 700 wild animals in response to the country’s worst drought in decades. The move, announced last week by the Environment Ministry, is aimed at easing pressure on grazing lands and water supplies, while also providing meat for programs…
Read More34-year-old Peter Mbiria is breathing new life into aging cars by replacing their outdated carburetor systems with cutting-edge fuel injection technology
Read MoreKenya's scientists are delving into the mysteries of a powerful wind that shapes the climate across East Africa. Known as the Turkana Low-Level Jet (LLJ), this wind is more than just a meteorological curiosity—it's a driving force behind both flooding and droughts and plays a key role in…
Read MoreKenya’s ambition to be recognized as the cradle of humanity could be realized within the next decade. The American Journal of Human Genetics recently published a piece emphasizing the need for equitable and inclusive DNA and ancient DNA (aDNA) research in Africa.
Read MoreIn a world grappling with the consequences of climate change and environmental degradation, the role of faith communities in conservation efforts is increasingly pivotal.
Read MoreKenya's government has raised alarms over the rampant land degradation across the country. Environment Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya disclosed that at least 91% of Kenya is undergoing some form of degradation due to unsustainable land use practices.
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