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Amboseli 15 Elephant Deaths Leave Critical Questions Unanswered

Dan Kaburu August 4, 2026

The deaths of 15 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem have sparked growing calls for greater transparency after Kenya Wildlife Service attributed the fatalities to cyanide poisoning. While officials point to contaminated tomatoes as the likely source, conservationists and toxicologists say key laboratory findings, toxicology reports and environmental evidence have yet to be made public, leaving critical questions unanswered.

Conservation

New Partnership Seeks to Rescue Ethiopia’s Lake Ziway

Dan Kaburu June 23, 2026

A new partnership has been launched to restore Ethiopia's Lake Ziway, a freshwater ecosystem that supports millions of people but is increasingly threatened by pollution, invasive species, unsustainable water use, and climate change.

Conservation

Meru Airstrip Row Deepens Over Threat to Wildlife Corridor and Biodiversity Hotspot

Dan Kaburu June 16, 2026

Conservationists are calling for the suspension of a proposed airstrip in Meru's Upper Imenti Forest, warning it could disrupt elephant migration routes, threaten critical wildlife habitats, and undermine decades of conservation efforts in one of Kenya's most important biodiversity hotspots.

Green Finance

Kenya Targets $50bn in Green Deals at Africa Investment Forum

Dan Kaburu June 3, 2026

Kenya is set to host Africa’s first Green Investment Forum, aiming to unlock over US$50 billion in climate investments as the continent shifts from aid dependency to investment-driven green growth and climate resilience.

Tech & Energy

Bomet Biogas Project Powers Homes and Protects Forests

Dan Kaburu June 2, 2026

A community-led biogas project in Bomet County is helping households reduce dependence on firewood, lower energy costs, improve farming productivity, and support the restoration of the Chepalungu Forest ecosystem. The initiative demonstrates how clean energy can strengthen livelihoods while advancing conservation goals.

Conservation

Kenya Forest Service Launches Bee Conservation Partnership

Dan Kaburu May 20, 2026

The Kenya Forest Service and the National Bee Institute have partnered to train officers in beekeeping, aiming to protect pollinators, empower communities, and address Kenya's critical honey deficit.

Climate Change

Kwale Farmers Turn to Mushroom Farming Amid Climate Change

Dan Kaburu May 7, 2026

Farmers in Kwale County are embracing oyster mushroom farming as a climate-smart alternative to traditional agriculture affected by erratic weather, drought, and rising farming costs. The low-input crop is offering new hope for income, nutrition, and resilience along Kenya’s coast.

Tech & Energy

Champions of Just Transition Question Proposed Tanga Oil Refinery

Dan Kaburu May 7, 2026

Climate justice advocates have raised concerns over the proposed Tanga oil refinery in Tanzania, warning that the project could entrench East Africa’s dependence on fossil fuels just as the world accelerates toward renewable energy.

Conservation

Kenya to Host Global Flyways Summit as Migratory Birds Decline

Dan Kaburu May 5, 2026

Kenya is set to host the Global Flyways Summit in Nairobi this September, marking the first time the global conservation forum comes to Africa, as new data from BirdLife International reveals that 40% of migratory bird species are in decline due to the loss of critical habitats along major flyways.

Climate Change

Kenya’s Flagship Climate Fund Hits 2.5 Million Beneficiaries Ahead of 2026 Deadline

Dan Kaburu May 4, 2026

Kenya’s flagship FLLoCA programme has reached 2.5 million beneficiaries ahead of its 2026 deadline, demonstrating the power of devolved climate finance. With over $295 million invested in community-driven projects, the initiative is reshaping resilience by placing local communities at the center of climate action.