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Mushrooms, The Forgotten Environmentalists

Bernard Gitau June 13, 2024

The delicate dance of nature's intricate web often conceals the profound significance of certain components. One such component is the mushroom.

Green Finance

Researchers Urge Expansion of CO2 Removal to Meet Climate Goals

Big3Africa Desk June 6, 2024

Researchers are emphasizing the urgent need for governments to enhance carbon dioxide removal (CDR) strategies…

Conservation

Uneven Bench to Decide Fate of Aberdare Ecosystem

Bernard Gitau June 3, 2024

The fate of the Aberdare ecosystem, featuring majestic peaks, steep forested ravines, and open moorlands, will be determined by a special bench appointed by Chief Justice Martha Koome

Wildlife

Team 5 Triumphs in 35th Rhino Charge Edition

Bernard Gitau June 2, 2024

Graham McKittrick of Team 5 has led his team to victory in the 35th edition…

Invasive Dodder weed stifling life from crops and forest cover in Kenya

Feature

The Parasitic ‘Spaghetti’ Weed Threatening Kenya’s Forest & Tree Cover

Bernard Gitau May 30, 2024

Walking along the streets, roadsides, and farms, dodder—a slender, twining, thread-like plant with bright stems ranging from pale green to yellow or bright orange—can readily be seen against the foliage of host plants. This parasitic weed has been identified by forestry researchers as a significant threat to forest health.

Climate Change

Engineer Transforms Plastic Waste into Fuel

Bernard Gitau May 29, 2024

Seven years ago, Kenya imposed a ban on the manufacturing and importation of plastic carrier…

Kenya's Interior CS touring the vacated riparian areas, to help avoid future devastations of floods

Climate Change

Nairobi Riparian Areas Evacuation Following Government Orders

Bernard Gitau May 29, 2024

A total of 181,000 people have vacated the riparian areas along the Nairobi rivers since…

Feature

Rhino Charge 4×4 Returns to Kajiado for 35th Edition

Bernard Gitau May 22, 2024

The 35th edition of the iconic 4x4 off-road, Rhino Charge Competition has attracted a total of 56 competitor cars. The competition to be held during Madaraka Day 2024.

Feature

Weather Forecast for May 21-27, 2024

Big3Africa Desk May 21, 2024

The Kenya Meteorological Department predicts continued rainfall across various regions from May 21 to May 27. Here is a detailed regional forecast:

Food Systems

Empowering Women Through Beekeeping in Pastoralist Communities

Correspondent May 21, 2024

Under the expansive skies of pastoralist communities, where nomadic traditions have shaped livelihoods for centuries, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Amid the hum of bees and the scent of wildflowers, women are finding new opportunities through the ancient practice of beekeeping.

Kenyan Teen Leads Charge on Tree Planting and Climate Awareness

KDC Plans Kenya’s First Green Fund as Climate Financing Gap Widens

Africa’s Bakers Turn to Climate-Resilient Crops as Wheat-Free Market Grows

The Farmer’s Daughter Using Solar and AI to Keep Harvests Alive

Solar, Recycling And E-Mobility Projected To Drive Africa’s Next Jobs Boom

Africa Braces for El Niño as Drought and Flood Risks Threaten Food Security

Kenyan Teen Leads Charge on Tree Planting and Climate Awareness

KDC Plans Kenya’s First Green Fund as Climate Financing Gap Widens

Africa’s Bakers Turn to Climate-Resilient Crops as Wheat-Free Market Grows

The Farmer’s Daughter Using Solar and AI to Keep Harvests Alive

Mushrooms, The Forgotten Environmentalists

Researchers Urge Expansion of CO2 Removal to Meet Climate Goals

Uneven Bench to Decide Fate of Aberdare Ecosystem

Team 5 Triumphs in 35th Rhino Charge Edition

The Parasitic ‘Spaghetti’ Weed Threatening Kenya’s Forest & Tree Cover

Engineer Transforms Plastic Waste into Fuel

Nairobi Riparian Areas Evacuation Following Government Orders

Rhino Charge 4×4 Returns to Kajiado for 35th Edition

Weather Forecast for May 21-27, 2024

Empowering Women Through Beekeeping in Pastoralist Communities

Kenyan Teen Leads Charge on Tree Planting and Climate Awareness

KDC Plans Kenya’s First Green Fund as Climate Financing Gap Widens

Africa’s Bakers Turn to Climate-Resilient Crops as Wheat-Free Market Grows

The Farmer’s Daughter Using Solar and AI to Keep Harvests Alive