Environmental Justice Kenya

Courts Halt Projects in Imenti and Ngong Road Forests

Big3Africa Desk August 1, 2026

Kenya's Environment and Land Court has temporarily halted controversial developments in Imenti Forest and Ngong Road Forest, reinforcing judicial oversight of projects affecting protected ecosystems. The rulings preserve the forests while the courts determine whether the proposed developments comply with constitutional, environmental and public participation requirements.

Conservation

Court Extends Orders Halting Meru State Lodge Project

Correspondent June 30, 2026

The Environment and Land Court in Meru has extended conservatory orders stopping the proposed construction of a State lodge, airstrip, and golf course in Imenti Forest. The ruling keeps the ecologically sensitive forest protected as the court considers legal challenges over environmental conservation, biodiversity, and constitutional rights.

Conservation

BP Faces Landmark Environmental Lawsuit in Isiolo, Marsabit

Correspondent April 17, 2026

A court in Isiolo has allowed 299 petitioners to proceed with a class action lawsuit against BP over alleged toxic contamination linked to historical oil exploration in Isiolo and Marsabit County. The case could set a major precedent for environmental justice and corporate accountability in Kenya.

Conservation

Ruai Residents Cry Foul Over Industrial Pollution

Neville Ng'ambwa January 13, 2026

Ruai residents are sounding the alarm as industrial pollution and failing sewer infrastructure threaten to derail the KSh 50 billion Nairobi River clean-up. Despite government efforts, toxic emissions and illegal dumping continue to spark a health crisis in the area.