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Mombasa Leads Global Charge for Ocean Protection

Neville Ng'ambwa June 18, 2026

The 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa marks a historic shift toward actionable marine protection and blue economy growth. This summit prioritizes the 30x30 initiative and climate sustainability, transforming global dialogue into tangible results for the future of our shared marine heritage.

Conservation

Africa Green Shift Biodiversity and Economic Resilience Intertwined

Neville Ng'ambwa May 23, 2026

African nations are strategically integrating biodiversity conservation with renewable energy development, moving beyond mere environmental compliance to build financially self-sustaining projects. This structural shift, exemplified by Kenya's surging investments, prioritizes ecological health and localized green manufacturing.

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Makueni Leads Local Climate Action

Neville Ng'ambwa May 22, 2026

Makueni County is at the forefront of climate resilience, implementing innovative water, agriculture, and conservation projects through the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) program.

Conservation

Kenya to Host Global Flyways Summit as Migratory Birds Decline

Dan Kaburu May 5, 2026

Kenya is set to host the Global Flyways Summit in Nairobi this September, marking the first time the global conservation forum comes to Africa, as new data from BirdLife International reveals that 40% of migratory bird species are in decline due to the loss of critical habitats along major flyways.

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Genetic Rescue for Kenya’s Rothschild Giraffes

Neville Ng'ambwa January 21, 2026

Kenya Wildlife Service successfully translocated three young Rothschild giraffes from Soysambu Conservancy to the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi. This critical conservation move aims to strengthen genetic diversity and secure the long-term sustainability of the endangered Nubian giraffe population. The effort highlights the power of partnership in safeguarding Africa’s biodiversity.

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Karura Forest Crisis Resolved as Joint Management Restored

Neville Ng'ambwa December 9, 2025

The successful joint management of Nairobi’s Karura Forest, a model partnership between the Friends of Karura Forest (FKF) and the Kenya Forest Service (KFS), has been reaffirmed following a brief but disruptive crisis in late August 2025 .

Climate Change

EABL Brewing a Greener Tomorrow

Neville Ng'ambwa October 3, 2025

EABL has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, and it shows that big companies can play a big role in protecting our planet. The report focuses on simple but important goals: cutting pollution, saving water, reducing waste, and supporting local communities.

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Nairobi Water Crisis and the Push for Nature Based Solutions

Correspondent September 19, 2025

For Nairobi residents, water shortages have become an everyday struggle. The capital faces a daily deficit of more than 260,000 cubic meters, leaving many households with dry taps and rationed supply.

Conservation

Karura Forest Entry Fees Battle Heads to Court

Neville Ng'ambwa September 3, 2025

The ongoing standoff over Karura Forest’s entry fees has taken a sharp legal turn after the Environment and Land Court (ELC) in Nairobi certified as urgent a case filed by Friends of Karura and the Community Forest Association.

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Karura Forest Entry Fees Rise Amid Fierce Management Dispute

Bernard Gitau August 29, 2025

The battle over money and management of Nairobi’s Karura Forest has taken a dramatic turn after the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) on Friday seized control of Karura’s entry gates, hiking entry fees by a staggering 74%.