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Africa Missing Out on Clean Energy Boom

Peter Ngare April 10, 2026

As the world hits record renewable energy growth, Africa remains on the margins—held back not by lack of resources, but by financing barriers, weak grids, and policy gaps that risk widening global inequality.

Tech & Energy

Kenya Off Track on Clean Cooking Goal as 37 Million Rely on Polluting Fuels

Peter Ngare April 2, 2026

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 inequality between urban and rural households.

Conservation

Nairobi’s Vanishing Forests Spark Battle for the City’s Last Wild Spaces

Peter Ngare March 30, 2026

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 the move could fragment critical wildlife habitats and set a dangerous precedent for development within protected areas.

Climate Change

Climate Whiplash Delays Planting in Many Parts of Kenya

Peter Ngare March 24, 2026

For Douglas King’ori and Pius Wanyoike, the sudden heavy rainfall that began in February arrived…

Climate Change

Study Finds Social Media is Fueling Youth Unhappiness and Climate Anxiety

Peter Ngare March 23, 2026

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.

Climate Change

Kenyans Rank Among World’s Least Happy Amid Climate Crisis and High Living Costs

Peter Ngare March 23, 2026

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 and economic strain are eroding wellbeing, even as strong community networks continue to provide a fragile safety net.

Conservation

Ecosystem Loss Costing Kenya Billions, World Bank Warns

Peter Ngare March 19, 2026

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 vulnerability across key sectors.

Tech & Energy

UN Chief Says Iran War Should Prompt Faster Transition to Green Energy

Peter Ngare March 19, 2026

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 clean energy is no longer just a climate solution but also a matter of economic stability and national security.

Climate Change

Deforestation Could Be Amplifying Kenya’s Flood Disasters, New Research Warns

Peter Ngare March 18, 2026

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 compounding the country’s vulnerability to extreme weather.

Conservation

Red Flags Over Karura Forest Tree Clearing and Government Explanations

Peter Ngare March 10, 2026

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 plan.