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Kenya Losing KES 900 Billion Yearly to Climate Change
Dr. Isaac Kalua said Kenya, and Africa as a whole, has the potential to lead the charge in finding solutions to combat climate change.
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Kenya Joins Sahara and Sahel Observatory (OSS) Board
Kenya has officially assumed the role of the 3rd Vice President on the Sahara and…
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Rise in Sudden Temperature Pauses Risk to Human Health
When compared to other hazards, the study shows, rapid temperature fluctuations pose a unique threat due to the limited time available to respond and adapt, potentially exacerbating impacts on both natural and societal systems.
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Urgent Need for Action on Climate Change as World Earth Day is Marked
According to the recent report released by the Kenya Meteorological Department on the State of Climate in Kenya, 2024 marked the hottest year on record in the country, reflecting the global trend of rising temperatures. The counties of Turkana, Mandera, Meru, and Mombasa experienced consistently high temperatures throughout the year.
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Climate News Roundup
Schools in Kenya now have the opportunity to harness the power of green energy through solar power. This innovative initiative is made possible through a partnership between KCB Bank and Sentinel Energy. KCB Bank will be providing financing to both public and private schools for the installation of solar power systems.
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Women Bear the Burden of Climate Change
Cultural norms play a significant role in shaping women's roles, while economic barriers hinder their ability to adapt. The evolving economic landscape, coupled with cultural norms and legal constraints, hinders women from building resilience and diversifying their livelihoods.
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Nakuru Launches Climate-Smart Farming
Agriculture in Kenya is particularly vulnerable to climate change, with farmers facing the challenges of irregular, insufficient, and unpredictable rainfall patterns. The situation is getting worse by the day, with extreme weather events like droughts and floods wreaking havoc on farmers and communities.
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Advancing Agriculture Through Innovation and Partnerships (CGIAR Science Week)
CGIAR Science Week, co-hosted by the Kenyan Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), is bringing together experts and leaders in agricultural science to explore innovative partnerships.
The event focuses on how science and collaboration can help tackle global challenges like food security, nutrition, and strengthening livelihoods.
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Western-Led Farming Reforms Deepening Hunger in Africa
The investigation highlights that the seeming philanthropic initiatives led by the Gates Foundation and the Rockefeller Foundation under the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (Agra) - an organization they established promising to transform African farming - appear to be more focused on generating profits for Western companies selling seeds, chemicals, and fertilizers, rather than on empowering Africans to achieve food security.
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KEPRO Calls for Enhanced Waste Management Accountability and Transparency
The Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization (KEPRO) urges business owners and manufacturers to take proactive…