Carbon Credits Must Deliver More Than Cash to Farmers
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Carbon Credits Must Deliver More Than Cash to Farmers

Carbon credits can provide additional income for smallholder farmers, but their real value should extend beyond payments. Lessons from agricultural carbon projects in Kenya show that agroforestry, composting, soil and water conservation and improved farming practices can strengthen productivity, restore soils and build resilience — while also highlighting the need for transparency, fair benefit-sharing and meaningful farmer participation.
Lake Bogoria Overflow Threatens Baringo’s Freshwater Ecosystem
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Lake Bogoria Overflow Threatens Baringo’s Freshwater Ecosystem

Rising water levels in Kenya’s Rift Valley are raising fears that saline Lake Bogoria could eventually overflow into freshwater Lake Baringo, threatening fish, aquatic ecosystems and the livelihoods of communities that depend on the lake. Scientists warn that changes in water chemistry could have far-reaching consequences for biodiversity, fisheries and food security.
Africa’s EV Makers Test Solar Roofs on Vehicles to Supplement Batteries
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Africa’s EV Makers Test Solar Roofs on Vehicles to Supplement Batteries

African electric vehicle manufacturers are harnessing the continent's abundant sunshine by integrating solar panels into vehicle roofs to supplement battery power. While solar roofs cannot replace conventional charging, they are extending driving range, powering onboard systems and offering a promising solution for regions where charging infrastructure remains limited.
From Farm Waste to Climate Solution: Why Biogas is Becoming Essential for Kenya’s Future
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From Farm Waste to Climate Solution: Why Biogas is Becoming Essential for Kenya’s Future

Kenya's livestock farmers are increasingly turning farm waste into clean energy through biogas technology, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while cutting production costs. As climate change intensifies, biodigesters are proving to be a practical solution that delivers renewable energy, organic fertilizer, improved soil health and greater resilience for farmers across the country.
A filmmaker shifting our views on trash
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A filmmaker shifting our views on trash

A new documentary by Kenyan filmmaker Sally Ngoiri is challenging audiences to rethink waste, consumption, and environmental responsibility. Through Afterlife of Waste, Ngoiri explores how discarded materials reveal deeper issues of inequality, climate change, and social justice, while highlighting the power of storytelling to inspire action and change.
How Nairobi’s Poor Infrastructure Fails Persons with Disabilities
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How Nairobi’s Poor Infrastructure Fails Persons with Disabilities

Persons with disabilities in Nairobi's informal settlements face disproportionate risks during floods due to poor infrastructure, inaccessible emergency response systems, and inadequate disaster preparedness. As climate-related disasters intensify, advocates are calling for inclusive planning, improved drainage, and stronger protections to uphold the dignity and safety of vulnerable communities.
Rare Albino Antelope Spotted in Sibiloi National Park
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Rare Albino Antelope Spotted in Sibiloi National Park

A rare albino Tiang antelope has been spotted in Kenya’s Sibiloi National Park, stunning conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts. The pale-white antelope, seen among a herd of normally coloured topis near Lake Turkana, highlights both the beauty and fragility of rare wildlife species in Kenya’s protected ecosystems.