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Kenya Rallies Global Partners to Accelerate Forest Restoration and Tree-Growing Drive

Sharon Atieno013 mins

Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Dr. Barasa Mulongo speaking during the Zamba Heritage Congress, held in Nairobi on 11th,February,2026. Kenya has reiterated its commitment to large-scale forest restoration and sustainable management, with Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Dr. Barasa Mulongo calling for stronger partnerships to support the country’s ambitious tree-growing programme….

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Africa Unveils Zamba Heritage Initiative to Boost Forest Conservation and Climate Action

Sharon Atieno013 mins

FSC Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Peter Alele ( 2nd right),Dr. Subhra Bhattacharjee (4th right) with other stakeholders poses for the photo during the Zamba Heritage Congress held in Nairobi on Tuesday ,10,February,2026. Africa has marked a major milestone in its forest and climate agenda as the Inaugural Zamba Heritage Congress officially opened in Nairobi,…

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Regional Leaders Push for Strong Monitoring to Turn Biodiversity Restoration Pledges into Action

Sharon Atieno07 mins

Participants of the Subregional Workshop on Biodiversity Monitoring and Reporting in relation to Target 2 of the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF). Countries in Eastern and Southern Africa have been urged to fast-track ecosystem restoration efforts by strengthening monitoring, reporting, and data systems to ensure global biodiversity commitments translate into real change on the ground….

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Kenya Unveils Review of National Environment Policy to Strengthen Climate Action and Economic Growth

Wendy Sheila09 mins

  Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa speaks during the launch of the review of the National Environment Policy of 2013, guiding Kenya’s efforts to strengthen climate action and sustainable development The Government has officially launched the review of the National Environment Policy of 2013, marking the start of a comprehensive process to develop an updated National…

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Sakaja Steps Up City Upgrade as Streetlights, Pavements Get Facelift

Emmanuel Masinde02 mins

Nairobi City The Nairobi City County Government has intensified its urban renewal programme, with reinstated street lighting and upgraded pavements forming the latest phase of Governor Johnson Sakaja’s beautification agenda. The works, currently underway across major corridors including the CBD, Kileleshwa, Eastlands and Westlands, are designed to enhance security, improve pedestrian mobility and restore the…

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Kenya Urges Just, Inclusive and Innovative Pathways for Resilience at UNEA-7

Sharon Atieno04 mins

Kenya’s Environment CS Dr. Deborah Barasa opens the UNEA-7 proceedings in Nairobi on 8 December 2025. Kenya has urged the international community to rethink resilience beyond environmental protection and embrace a holistic approach that links social justice, sustainable resource use, and innovation-driven development. Speaking at the opening of the 7th Session of the United Nations…

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Tanzanian Hip Hop Star Frida Amani Named UNEP Advocate for Ecosystem Restoration Ahead of UNEA-7

Winnie Atieno04 mins

The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) has named Tanzanian hip hop artist Frida Amani as its first Advocate for Ecosystem Restoration, a move expected to boost youth involvement ahead of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) in Nairobi next week. Speaking in Nairobi, UNEP Executive Director Inger Andersen welcomed Amani’s appointment, praising her influence and long-standing commitment…

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Kenya Positions Itself as Environmental Diplomatic Hub Ahead of UNEA-7

Winnie Atieno04 mins

Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa speaking to the press at Serena Hotel , Nairobi on November 28,2025.  Kenya says it is fully prepared to host the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), using the global gathering to showcase its environmental leadership, advance Africa’s priorities, and strengthen multilateral action…

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BREAKTHROUGH: Kangemi & Dagoretti Residents Seal Deal with Government on River Cleanup

Sharon Atieno05 mins

Nairobi, Kenya – 20 November 2025  –In a turning point for the troubled Nairobi Rivers Regeneration Program (NRRP), residents of Kangemi, Dagoretti, and surrounding areas have reached a historic agreement with the Nairobi Rivers Commission and county officials to move forward together — but only on terms that protect homeowners and ensure genuine community involvement….

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Environment CS Barasa Emerges As a Voice For Africa At COP30

Sharon Atieno05 mins

Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Barasa ( center) in attendance of COP30 at Belem. Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Barasa, emerged as one of Africa’s strongest voices at the opening of the High-Level Segment of COP30, delivering a national statement that firmly anchored the…

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