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Norah Magero’s Vaccibox: Revolutionizing Vaccine Storage with Solar Power
BY WANJA MWANIKI Demand for sustainable energy solutions is growing rapidly, fueled by technological advancements.…
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Kenya, Africa Urge Unity on Global Plastic Pollution Crisis
Kenyan civil society organizations, led by the Centre for Environment Justice and Development (CEJAD) and the Heinrich Böll Foundation Nairobi, are calling on African leaders to unite and demand decisive action to reduce plastic production and eliminate hazardous chemicals throughout the lifecycle of plastics.
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Mealworms Showing Potential for Plastic Waste Solution
Researchers at the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE) in Nairobi have discovered a natural solution to the plastic pollution crisis. Their latest study reveals that bacteria in the gut of mealworms can digest plastic, breaking it down into simpler, less harmful substances.
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Plastic Waste Impact on Lamu’s Donkeys
The donkeys of Lamu now face serious threats that jeopardize their well-being and, consequently, the town’s heritage. Mistreatment, exposure to plastic waste, and other harmful substances are rampant as these animals roam freely, often found rummaging through garbage dumps.
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James Wakibia Launches Campaign for Global Plastics Treaty to Combat Pollution
Kenyan environmental activist James Wakibia has launched a new campaign advocating for a legally binding global treaty to combat plastic pollution.
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Championing Regenerative Fashion to Save the Planet
In a bold step towards addressing the environmental impact of the fashion industry, key stakeholders are set to converge in Kilifi on September 14 for Fashion4Nature, a groundbreaking event aimed at mitigating the negative effects of fashion on the environment.
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Boosting Farming with Soil Testing
Soil testing provides critical insights into soil composition, fertility, and overall health, making it a key factor to consider before venturing into farming. This essential service has been a cornerstone of Millennial Agriculture Limited, helping farmers boost productivity since the company's inception in 2017.
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Clean Cooking Revolution to Combat Climate Change
Access to safe and affordable cooking energy remains a significant challenge in developing countries, including Kenya. Traditional energy sources contribute to respiratory diseases and climate change through deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions.
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Gedi Joins UNESCO World Heritage List
By Bernard Gitau @benagitau The Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi has been officially…
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Nature Lovers Mourn “Waterman of Tsavo” Patrick Kilonzo
Nature lovers continue to mourn the death of conservationist Patrick Kilonzo, famously known as the “Waterman of Tsavo,” who died on Tuesday. According to a statement by his family, Kilonzo passed on while receiving treatment on Tuesday.