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HOW TOXIC INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS(TICs) INFILTRATE OUR DAILY LIVES

Big3Africa News Desk March 21, 2025

Industrialization has fueled Kenya’s economic growth, but it has also unleashed a silent danger—Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs). These harmful substances infiltrate everyday products, from plastics and cosmetics to toys and mining operations, posing serious risks to human health and the environment. Despite regulations, many TICs continue to circulate undetected, exposing people and ecosystems to long-term harm.

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Ecobora’s Solar Stoves, Revolutionizing Clean Cooking in Schools

Wanja Mwaniki February 9, 2025

Ecobora www.ecobora.co is a green energy company whose vision is to empower local communities using green energy as a catalyst for energy poverty alleviation. “We started seeing the impact we had on families and communities where our wood pellets began replacing collecting and using smoky firewood in rural homes,” says Abuga.

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Tree Hugs for Health, A Record-Breaking Mission

Bernard Gitau January 27, 2025

One young Kenyan, Truphena Muthoni, has made it her mission to spread the word about the health benefits of tree hugging. At just 21 years old, she knows firsthand the power of connecting with nature, especially after overcoming a mental health disorder.

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Africa Urges Action on Global Warming

Peter Ngare January 11, 2025

African nations are urging developed countries to follow through on their commitments to combat global warming. This plea comes in response to the recent report from the Copernicus Climate Change Service, which revealed that 2024 was the hottest year on record, with temperatures reaching 1.6°C above pre-industrial levels.

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2024 Earth’s Hottest Year Unleashed Climate Chaos

Peter Ngare January 10, 2025

2024 has been recorded as the hottest year ever experienced by modern humans. Data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) revealed that the average temperature last year was 1.6 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels, marking a 0.1-degree increase from 2023.

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Resilience Amidst the Floods in Nairobi’s Slums

Big3Africa News Desk January 9, 2025

The torrential rains wreaked havoc across informal settlements like Mathare, Kibera, Korogocho, Mukuru Kwa Njenga, and Kiambiu. Poor drainage systems and overcrowded living conditions amplified the destruction, forcing families to seek refuge in churches, schools, and friends' homes. However, for Shildah's family, leaving wasn't an option.

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Kenya Combats Illegal Mining by Launching Special Police Unit

Bernard Gitau January 9, 2025

By Bernard Gitau Kenya has taken steps to fight illegal mining following the establishment of…

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Kenyan Schools to Transition from Firewood to Clean LPG

Bernard Gitau December 17, 2024

Recognizing the environmental and health toll, President William Ruto on December 16, 2024, launched the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Programme for public learning institutions. Speaking at Jamhuri High School, Nairobi, the President emphasized the program’s role in combating climate change, improving health outcomes, and conserving forests.

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12 Year-Old Karen Wanjiru Leading Kenyas Green Revolution

Wanja Mwaniki December 7, 2024

At only 12 years old, Karen Wanjiru Kimani is emerging as one of the most dedicated environmental ambassadors. Her commitment to conservation is evident through her active participation in various initiatives.

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Justice for Waste Workers: Unions and Environmentalists Unite in Plastic Treaty Fight

Big3Africa News Desk December 6, 2024

“We can’t continue like this. Poor working conditions in the guise of implementing the utopian vision of a circular economy, where 100 percent of plastic waste is recycled and companies can continue to produce,” warns Gisore Nyabuti, the Secretary-General, Kenya Waste Pickers Association.