Enviroment - Big3Africa.org

Community-Led Project Restores 68 Hectares Of Dundori Forest

Correspondent October 5, 2026

A three-year community-led restoration project has rehabilitated 68 hectares of Dundori Forest in Nakuru, an area previously damaged by illegal logging. The initiative has also created income opportunities through tree nurseries and conservation activities, demonstrating how forest restoration can support both ecosystems and local livelihoods.

Conservation

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.

Climate Change

Kenya Beats Canada to Host IUFRO Congress in 2029

Dan Kaburu August 28, 2025

“In our bid themed “Advancing Global Partnerships in Forestry Research and Development” truly summed up the spirit of collaboration that lies at the heart of IUFRO’s mission and Africa’s future. Said Dr. Njuguna. “KEFRI is taking the lead in ensuring the congress is successful”, added Dr. Njuguna

Climate Change

Global Climate Adaptation Push Gains Momentum as NAP Expo 2025 Opens in Lusaka

Neville Ng'ambwa August 13, 2025

This year’s theme, “Innovations in the Process”, aims to drive new thinking, technology, and financing models to strengthen National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) – crucial blueprints for building resilience against climate impacts.

Climate Change

Plastics Treaty Talks Face Collapse as Nations Fail to Break Deadlock

Benard Ogembo August 12, 2025

Experts warn that unless negotiators agree on the treaty’s objectives, product control measures, and a robust finance and technology package, the final plastics treaty could be a watered-down compromise that fails to stop plastic pollution.

Climate Change

China Floods Again as Rains Slam Guizhou

Neville Ng'ambwa June 30, 2025

GUIZHOU JUNE 28 - China floods again as heavy rains batter Guizhou for the second time in a week—yet thousands of kilometres away, the shockwaves of this climate-driven disaster hit close to home for Africa too.

Green Finance

Kenyan MPs Demand Local Use of Climate Fund Cash

Peter Ngare May 26, 2025

Kenyan MPs want Green Climate Fund money used locally to benefit communities, not foreign consultants. They’re pushing for greater involvement in climate projects like FLLOCA and demanding accountability in fund allocation and use.

Feature

River Congo Found to Be 560km Longer Than Thought

Peter Ngare May 23, 2025

A groundbreaking study by Chinese scientist Liu Shaochuang has redefined the true length of the Congo River. Using advanced satellite remote-sensing and field investigations, Liu determined the river spans 5,260 kilometers — 560 kilometers longer than previous estimates. This makes the Congo not only Africa’s second-longest river after the Nile, but also among the world’s most significant waterways in terms of discharge and ecological importance.

Climate Change

The Uphill Task of Taming the Mathenge Monster into Cattle Feed and Charcoal

Correspondent May 23, 2025

In the grand saga of environmental challenges, few villains are as notorious as the invasive Mathenge (Prosopis juliflora) plant. This green menace has been spreading its tendrils far and wide, wreaking havoc on local ecosystems in semi-arid areas of Kenya.

Climate Change

Guterres Urges Nations to Rethink Relationship with Nature

Peter Ngare May 22, 2025

As the world marks International Day for Biological Diversity, UN Secretary-General António Guterres urges nations to urgently reassess their relationship with nature, calling biodiversity loss a global crisis. He emphasized the importance of implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework to halt nature loss by 2030.