Topic: #biodiversity conservation

By dint of Chapman’s heart for biodiversity and the love for these spectacular creatures, volunteers and supporters to his verdict grew in numbers over time. The impressive participation has seen the event grow to be the longest-running citizen science pr

Nakuru Mkulima Digital Awards marks a pivotal moment in Nakuru County's agricultural evolution, showcasing how digital innovation can drive economic growth and agricultural productivity.

The conference aims to establish the first global regime for drought resilience, building on the recommendations from the Intergovernmental Working Group on Drought formed at COP15. Governments are expected to negotiate commitments to enhance resilience a

This initiative is inspired by the vision of the late Prof. Wangari Maathai, a revered environmentalist. Guided by the Karura Participatory Forest Management Plan (KPFMP), adopted in 2018, the restoration effort employs a phased and scientific approach ai

Ngeno has emphasized that the country’s commitment to updating its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) is in alignment with the Kenya Marine and Great Lakes Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF).

The sixteenth meeting of the CBD, taking place in Cali from October 21 to November 1, 2024, is pivotal for global biodiversity discussions. Nearly 200 countries have gathered to address the urgent need to combat the alarming rate of environmental degradat

Pangolins are nocturnal animals recognized by their full armor of scales. They are ranged from vulnerable to critically endangered. 4 species live in Africa, namely: Black-bellied pangolin (Phataginus tetradactyla), White-bellied pangolin (Phataginus tric

Speaking at the official opening of a hybrid inception workshop for the Financing Agrochemical Reduction and Management (FARM) Programme on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, Ng'eno stated that agriculture generates a third of global greenhouse gas emissions and res

This particular day is significant, seeing that these are the few human beings diverting from the lot who throw caution to the wind, matters Earth’s welfare.

The presence of tigers indicates a healthy forest, as tigers help protect forests from illegal deforestation, which in turn helps mitigate climate change and nurture biodiversity. In nations where tigers exist, the presence of tigers strengthens the motiv

Interact with citified areas, and you will definitely encounter a few, if not roosts, flying overhead. This is because crows thrive in the habitats we create –squalid and bustling environments.

Nutrients are chemical substances essential to sustain the life needed by plants, animals and people. Humans can access these nutrients through food consumption. This means that for the food we eat to be nutritious, the crops should have enough supply of

This venture primarily picks from the environment basket, with a preference for freshwater, high-quality land, pollination, disease and pest control, and climate regulation.

The day was first observed in 2017 by Rainforest Partnerships, an international non-profit organization based in Austin, Texas. It is tasked with regenerating tropical rainforests through community-based projects in the Amazon.

Squalid and bustling human activities are also major determinants of the welfare of the planet, dictating the vulnerability levels of the variety and variability of life.

Organic soils have been haunted by the ugly nightmare of climate change, down-trending their efficacy, which stretches from human subsistence to natural nourishment like water purification

Earth is blue, given that over 70% of it is water. Oceans are the planet’s lungs hence are vital determinants of its sustenance.

According to Professor John Githaiga, an environmental expert at the University of Nairobi, the decreasing water levels in Olbosaat Lake, which had a capacity of less than 10% in March 2023 before the heavy rains, can be attributed to a combination of pro

By grazing on seagrass beds, green turtles prevent overgrowth and ensure these vital habitats remain healthy and vibrant. Seagrass meadows, in turn, serve as nurseries for countless other marine species and act as significant carbon sinks, helping to miti

Their ability to mimic sounds still awes people. This is due to their thick tongues, capability to manipulate their trachea, and, again, a vocal learning pathway in their brains. However, their brilliance does not allow them to comprehend these sounds.