Environmental Sustainability

Carbon Credits Must Deliver More Than Cash to Farmers

Big3Africa Desk September 14, 2026

Carbon credits can provide additional income for smallholder farmers, but their real value should extend beyond payments. Lessons from agricultural carbon projects in Kenya show that agroforestry, composting, soil and water conservation and improved farming practices can strengthen productivity, restore soils and build resilience — while also highlighting the need for transparency, fair benefit-sharing and meaningful farmer participation.

Food Systems

Sub-Saharan Africa’s Soils Among World’s Worst, FAO Warns of Food Security Threat

Peter Ngare September 3, 2026

Sub-Saharan Africa’s soils have been rated among the world’s worst, with severe erosion, nutrient loss and declining soil biodiversity threatening agricultural production and food security. A new FAO assessment warns that urgent action is needed to restore soil health and protect the livelihoods of millions who depend on agriculture.

Conservation

East African Cities Rethink Waste with Visible Ecosystems

Neville Ng'ambwa June 17, 2026

From Nairobi’s polluted rivers to overflowing landfills in Kampala and Dar es Salaam, experts are calling for innovative solutions that combine visible ecosystems, smart technology, and community-led circular economy models to create cleaner, healthier, and more resilient urban environments.

Climate Change

Kenya Secures USD 700,000 Climate Loss and Damage Support

Pauline Ongaji June 10, 2026

Kenya has become the first African country to secure technical assistance from the Santiago Network on Loss and Damage, receiving USD 700,000 to assess a decade of climate-related losses.

Climate Change

Scientists Turn Cow Dung into Low-Cost Carbon Capture Material

Mwangi Ndirangu March 28, 2026

Scientists at Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar have developed an innovative method to convert cow dung into a highly porous carbon material capable of capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂). The low-cost and eco-friendly breakthrough offers a scalable alternative to traditional carbon capture systems, turning agricultural waste into a powerful tool in the fight against climate change.