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KFS Defends Tree Harvesting as Logging Outcry Spreads Across Kenya’s Forests

Dan Kaburu October 12, 2026

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has defended commercial tree harvesting in public forest plantations amid growing concerns over logging in the Aberdare ranges and Kereita Forest. As residents and leaders raise alarms over water sources and conservation, questions persist about how Kenya can balance timber production with forest protection and its target of planting 15 billion trees by 2032.

Conservation

Kakamega Youth Show How to Make Tree Planting Meaningful

Neville Ng'ambwa October 7, 2026

Young people in Kakamega are showing that tree planting is about more than putting seedlings in the ground. Through a youth-led initiative, grafted fruit trees were planted at a local school, with the focus extending to watering, protection and long-term care so the trees can provide food, income and environmental benefits

Green Finance

Kenya’s Carbon Market Faces Fresh Legal Test

Peter Ngare October 7, 2026

A fresh legal challenge by Indigenous pastoralist communities in Isiolo has put Kenya’s rapidly expanding carbon market under renewed scrutiny. More than 30 Biliqo Bulesa community members are challenging the Northern Kenya Rangelands Carbon Project, raising questions over land rights, community consent, carbon revenues and control of natural resources.

Conservation

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.