KRA’s Tax Relief Sparks Fresh Debate Over Plastic Pollution
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KRA’s Tax Relief Sparks Fresh Debate Over Plastic Pollution

Kenya's decision to remove excise duty on bottled water has ignited a national debate over the balance between affordable access to safe drinking water and the growing threat of plastic pollution. While lower prices could benefit consumers, environmentalists warn that increased reliance on single-use plastic bottles may undermine efforts to curb waste, protect ecosystems, and build a circular economy.
Kenya Waste Movement Turns Trash into Economic Gold
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Kenya Waste Movement Turns Trash into Economic Gold

Kenya's "Tunataka Taka" campaign is reshaping how communities view waste by promoting a circular economy where discarded materials become valuable resources. Backed by the Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization (KEPRO), the movement combines digital storytelling, policy reform, and private-sector innovation to boost recycling, create green jobs, and drive sustainable waste management across the country.
As Fish Disappear, Kenya’s Coastal Families Fight for Survival
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As Fish Disappear, Kenya’s Coastal Families Fight for Survival

Fishers and fish traders in Kenya's Mida Creek are struggling to survive as declining fish stocks, environmental degradation, climate change, and growing tourism pressures threaten one of the country's most important coastal ecosystems. Despite the challenges, local communities are restoring mangroves, promoting sustainable fishing, and working to protect the marine resources that sustain their livelihoods.
Court Extends Orders Halting Meru State Lodge Project
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Court Extends Orders Halting Meru State Lodge Project

The Environment and Land Court in Meru has extended conservatory orders stopping the proposed construction of a State lodge, airstrip, and golf course in Imenti Forest. The ruling keeps the ecologically sensitive forest protected as the court considers legal challenges over environmental conservation, biodiversity, and constitutional rights.