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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.

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.

Conservation

Toxic Spill Threatens Nairobi National Park Ecosystem

Bernard Gitau April 30, 2026

Authorities have launched an emergency response after a suspected chemical discharge was detected flowing into Nairobi National Park through the Mlolongo drainage system, raising alarm over potential risks to wildlife, water sources, and nearby communities.

Conservation

Kenya Tightens Waste Rules for Importers

Mwangi Ndirangu March 17, 2026

Kenya has begun enforcing tougher waste compliance rules, requiring importers to secure an EPR import certificate before goods enter the country. The move is meant to shift waste responsibility to producers and curb growing pollution.

Feature

Kenya Climate Action Faces KSh3.4 Billion Funding Gap

Dan Kaburu February 24, 2026

Kenya’s climate commitments are under scrutiny after the State Department for Environment and Climate Change disclosed a KSh3.4 billion funding shortfall. Officials warn the gap is weakening enforcement, staffing, and early warning systems critical to delivering on national and global climate obligations.

Conservation

Nairobi’s Air Pollution Crisis

Neville Ng'ambwa December 1, 2025

Nairobi is facing a severe air pollution crisis, linked to thousands of premature deaths, especially in low-income areas. Learn about the primary pollution sources and the city's new initiatives, including a 50-sensor monitoring network and the 2025-2029 Air Quality Action Plan, to combat this environmental injustice.