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US Exits from International Climate Governance

Correspondent January 8, 2026

The United States has announced its withdrawal from dozens of international treaties and institutions, including the UNFCCC and IPCC. The move signals a major retreat from global climate leadership and raises concerns for climate finance, science, and multilateral cooperation. Developing countries stand to feel the impact most.

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Kenya’s Drought Crisis Deepens as La Niña Lingers

Neville Ng'ambwa January 6, 2026

Kenya is currently grappling with the severe tail end of a persistent La Niña event, which has drastically suppressed expected rainfall across the nation. The resulting intensification of drought conditions is now posing a critical threat to millions of lives. An estimated 2.1 to 2.5 million people are projected to face acute food insecurity through early 2026.

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UNEA-7 Exposes Deep Fault Lines in Global Environmental Action

Peter Ngare December 17, 2025

UNEA-7 closed in Nairobi with landmark resolutions but also revealed growing fractures in global environmental governance. Debates over critical minerals, climate justice, and implementation gaps underscored how far the world still is from delivering a fair and effective green transition.

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Nairobi Hosts Landmark UN Environment Assembly Outcomes

Big3Africa Desk December 13, 2025

UNEA-7 concluded in Nairobi with landmark resolutions addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, reaffirming Africa’s central role in global environmental leadership. The outcomes set the stage for accelerated implementation of sustainable solutions worldwide.

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Youth and Local Voices Demand Real Power at UNEA-7

Neville Ng'ambwa December 11, 2025

Youth, Indigenous peoples, and local communities at ongoing UNEA-7 are demanding real decision-making power in global environmental governance. They argue that slow, top-down systems can no longer address escalating climate impacts especially in Africa and call for inclusive representation.

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UNEP Warns World Set to Exceed 1.5°C Limit

Benard Ogembo December 10, 2025

The UNEP Global Environment Outlook 2025 warns that the world is set to exceed the 1.5°C limit, with intensifying climate disasters, biodiversity loss, and pollution. The report calls for urgent systemic change and stronger global cooperation to avert a devastating future.

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UNEA-7: Stakeholders Explore Ways of Breaking Plastics Treaty Deadlock

Benard Ogembo December 10, 2025

Global stakeholders at UNEA-7 warned that the plastics treaty process remains at risk following the collapse of INC-5.2 talks. Experts called for renewed trust, stronger rules, and political courage ahead of INC-5.4.

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UNEA-7 Opens in Nairobi Amid Rising Global Environmental Tensions

Benard Ogembo December 9, 2025

UNEA-7 has opened in Nairobi as the world faces escalating climate disasters, worsening pollution, and weakening global cooperation. Delegates from 193 countries are under pressure to rebuild trust, negotiate 15 key resolutions, and deliver urgent action for people and the planet.

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Kajiado Women’s Stories Shape Kenya’s Climate Future

Neville Ng'ambwa December 4, 2025

Maasai women in Kajiado are turning their lived climate struggles into national policy action. Through “Envisioning Resilience Kenya,” their stories of failed crops, rising risks, and innovative adaptation are now shaping Kenya’s climate strategies from the ground up.

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Africa Demands Fair Climate Finance at UNEA-7

Big3Africa Desk December 2, 2025

Africa enters UNEA-7 demanding fair, accessible climate finance. Despite global pledges, funding remains far below what frontline communities, wildlife, and conservancies need. Leaders are pushing for equitable financing and real action to protect ecosystems and build climate resilience.