Stories by: Pendo Setim

World Earth Day, celebrated every April 22, 2025, provides an opportunity to recognize the beauty of our planet. Currently, Earth faces threats from pollution, deforestation, climate change, and endangered species.

According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), we need to achieve a reduction of 11.7 gigatons of carbon dioxide equivalent per year by 2030 to limit global warming effectively.

Nature-based tourism, often referred to as ecotourism, satisfies our desire for natural experiences while also supporting the health of local communities. If you cherish the outdoors, ecotourism is the ideal travel choice.

As unpredictable weather patterns disrupt agricultural output, the resulting scarcity of water and food intensifies competition among communities, leading to increased hunger. Moreover, climate change has the potential to displace populations.

Geothermal energy remains the cornerstone of Kenya's electricity generation, producing 2,875.33 GWh in the latest biannual report by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) for the financial year 2024/2025. This renewable source accounts for

“Carbon markets offer a mechanism through which we can channel climate finance, incentivize sustainable practices, and unlock new streams of revenue for communities, businesses, and government,” he said.

Trees are flowers. The sight of trees often brightens the landscape and makes everything look beautiful. However, in the context of their role as carbon captures, trees should not be planted solely for aesthetic reasons.

Despite the constant reminders, our actions toward the planet show little sign of improvement.

March 21 of every year marks the International Day of Forests, a day dedicated to raising awareness about these critical ecosystems. However, do we really need an annual reminder to safeguard our natural heritage?

The film ‘Extrapolations’, created by Scott Z. Burns for Apple TV+, depicts how the world would come to a breaking point due to the effects of climate change.

Her remarks follow the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Narok County government and the Wildlife Research and Training Institute, aimed at collecting vital wildlife conservation data.

Baringo County, predominantly rural with 89% of its residents living in the countryside, boasts over 17 registered community conservancies, with more than 20 others in various stages of establishment.

The successful reintroduction of the mountain bongo is not just about species revival; it holds the promise of becoming a major tourist attraction, benefiting local communities by drawing visitors eager to witness these majestic animals in their native en

"Maintaining a clean city is a shared responsibility," Mosiria emphasized. "If we all embrace change and manage waste responsibly from source to final disposal, we can achieve a cleaner, healthier environment for everyone."

Even though baobabs can survive in dry areas, extended periods of drought put stress on their survival. Moreover, climate change affects the growth and survival of younger baobab’s, putting future populations at risk.

The human population depends on nature as much as nature depends on humans. Beyond the healing benefits of nature, the economic livelihoods of humans demonstrate that biodiversity conservation is imperative now more than ever.

Numerous studies have shown that nature offers unparalleled mental health benefits that technology and modern conveniences cannot replicate. Time spent outdoors reduces stress, alleviates feelings of anger, and fosters a sense of calm.

Fossil fuels currently account for 80% of the global energy supply, releasing around 75% of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Chief among these is carbon dioxide, which traps heat from the sun, leading to global warming and its associated impacts.

Clean air is a human right. The United Nations General Assembly formally declared this right in 2022, following the UN Human Rights Council's recognition of the right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment in 2021.

It is exactly 3:23 am writing this piece. I have lost sleep, thinking about the world, and how its ending. I had to wake up, because, whatever you are about to read is very important. So, please take a moment, and read this, it is for your own good. I pro