Categories Eco System

Tree planting holiday! But where are the seedlings?

By Bernard Gitau – The country’s effort to combat the effects of climate change is gaining momentum after the government declared a public holiday for tree-growing exercises. “In Exercise of the powers conferred by section 3 of the Public Holidays Act, the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National…

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The Horsemen of Mt. Kenya

By Bernard Gitau – Mount Kenya National Park, often referred to as an ‘ecological island,’ boasts a distinctive Afro-alpine ecosystem while serving as a critical water source for Kenya. Its diverse wildlife includes elephants, tree hyrax, leopards, and more, with some rare species like bongo and giant forest…

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The Nairobi Declaration: Africa Climate Summit 2023

First African Climate Summit Sparks Hope Amid Global North Interference The inaugural African Climate Summit recently concluded, leaving a trail of mixed emotions among participants. While African nations remain steadfast in their commitment to phasing out fossil fuels, concerns persist over the interference of Global North powers in…

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