Topic: #interest story
Choke on This: Air Pollution Strangles Our Cities
03 Sep, 2024 04:00 PM
The matatus which are commonly used as a public means of transport are always on the wait for customers while their engines remain on. All this while, the engine is pumping pollution into the environment.
The matatus which are commonly used as a public means of transport are always on the wait for customers while their engines remain on. All this while, the engine is pumping pollution into the environment.
Critics Question Namibia's Plan to Cull Wild Animals amid Food Insecurity
30 Aug, 2024 03:22 PM
The initiative is part of a program designed to alleviate the impacts of drought while reducing potential conflicts between humans and elephants, which can escalate when animals venture closer to communities in search of food and water.
The initiative is part of a program designed to alleviate the impacts of drought while reducing potential conflicts between humans and elephants, which can escalate when animals venture closer to communities in search of food and water.
Duale Orders Urgent Removal of Asbestos Roofs for Public Safety
29 Aug, 2024 09:36 AM
This order encompasses schools and various private establishments, reflecting growing concerns over the health risks associated with asbestos exposure.
This order encompasses schools and various private establishments, reflecting growing concerns over the health risks associated with asbestos exposure.
NEMA, KAF Explore Local Partnerships for Climate Tech Innovations
28 Aug, 2024 11:45 AM
In addition to promoting the technologies, the KAF is actively seeking opportunities for partnership with NEMA and other like-minded organizations. These partnerships, aimed at localizing the manufacturing of these technologies, have the capability to sig
In addition to promoting the technologies, the KAF is actively seeking opportunities for partnership with NEMA and other like-minded organizations. These partnerships, aimed at localizing the manufacturing of these technologies, have the capability to sig
NEMA Secures $ 7,500 Grant to Map Dumping Sites in Nairobi-Athi Region
27 Aug, 2024 11:39 AM
On August 26, 2024, the launch of Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) humanitarian Open Street mapping project on mapping of dumpsites along the Nairobi-Athi Galana Sabaki catchment took place at NEMA Headquarters in Nairobi.
On August 26, 2024, the launch of Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) humanitarian Open Street mapping project on mapping of dumpsites along the Nairobi-Athi Galana Sabaki catchment took place at NEMA Headquarters in Nairobi.
Kenyan Youth to Lead Climate Action through Rebranded Kazi Mtaani Program
26 Aug, 2024 03:47 PM
Initially, the Kazi Mtaani initiative focused on infrastructure and community service. Ruto has said that the rebranded initiative will be a stepping stone to achieving the target of 15 billion trees by 2032.
Initially, the Kazi Mtaani initiative focused on infrastructure and community service. Ruto has said that the rebranded initiative will be a stepping stone to achieving the target of 15 billion trees by 2032.
CS Duale Pushes for Stronger Environmental Justice through Judicial Reforms
22 Aug, 2024 11:38 AM
Duale was speaking during the launch of the ‘Greening the Justice System: Framework, Theories, Elements and Practice Imperatives' Report, a study by the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) in Nairobi on August 21, 2024.
Duale was speaking during the launch of the ‘Greening the Justice System: Framework, Theories, Elements and Practice Imperatives' Report, a study by the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) in Nairobi on August 21, 2024.
UNEP's Plan to Make Walking and Cycling the Future of African Cities
21 Aug, 2024 12:17 PM
UNEP and partners are leading the development of a Pan African Action Plan for Active Mobility (PAAPAM). This initiative aims to raise the profile and increase investment in active mobility in Africa.
UNEP and partners are leading the development of a Pan African Action Plan for Active Mobility (PAAPAM). This initiative aims to raise the profile and increase investment in active mobility in Africa.
Beyond Planting Trees: ICRAF’S Key Considerations for Effective Restorative Efforts
19 Aug, 2024 04:05 PM
A publication by the International Council for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF) and Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) outlines the principles of successful planting.
A publication by the International Council for Research in Agroforestry (ICRAF) and Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) outlines the principles of successful planting.
New Study Reveals Startling Increase in Human Microplastic Intakes
15 Aug, 2024 12:47 PM
Microplastics may carry disease-causing organisms, potentially leading to diseases in the environment. They can also affect the health and functions of the soil. According to a report by Science Daily, when microplastics are present in the soil, earthworm
Microplastics may carry disease-causing organisms, potentially leading to diseases in the environment. They can also affect the health and functions of the soil. According to a report by Science Daily, when microplastics are present in the soil, earthworm
Erastus Kanga: KWS Strategic Plan Targets Key Elephant Threats
13 Aug, 2024 12:39 PM
KWS Strategic Plan 2024-2028 outlines a comprehensive roadmap focused on three key pillars: habitat restoration, conflict mitigation, and strengthening the value of elephants to local communities.
KWS Strategic Plan 2024-2028 outlines a comprehensive roadmap focused on three key pillars: habitat restoration, conflict mitigation, and strengthening the value of elephants to local communities.
Kenya Celebrates Elephants' Role on World Elephant Day 2024
12 Aug, 2024 04:40 PM
These gentle giants face numerous threats, including poaching, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict.
These gentle giants face numerous threats, including poaching, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict.
World Honors Indigenous Rights on International Day of the Indigenous Peoples
09 Aug, 2024 03:48 PM
The approximately 200 groups of indigenous peoples currently living in voluntary isolation are playing a crucial role in safeguarding our planet. By choosing to remain apart from the rest of the world, they continue to engage in sustainable hunting and ga
The approximately 200 groups of indigenous peoples currently living in voluntary isolation are playing a crucial role in safeguarding our planet. By choosing to remain apart from the rest of the world, they continue to engage in sustainable hunting and ga
Transparency International Ignites Community Led Climate Revolution
08 Aug, 2024 10:23 AM
Speaking during a stakeholders meeting, Abrahams Misoi, the Program Manager at Transparency International, said that the project's main aim is to foster capacity building at the grassroots level to enable communities to acknowledge their roles in the effo
Speaking during a stakeholders meeting, Abrahams Misoi, the Program Manager at Transparency International, said that the project's main aim is to foster capacity building at the grassroots level to enable communities to acknowledge their roles in the effo
New Climate Model Empowers Kenyan Children Against Disasters
06 Aug, 2024 02:46 PM
This groundbreaking tool will help users understand the climate risks children and their communities face at the county level across Kenya.
This groundbreaking tool will help users understand the climate risks children and their communities face at the county level across Kenya.
NEMA Lays Out Blueprint to Advance Climate Action in Strategic Plan
05 Aug, 2024 02:16 PM
The draft plan, developed through a consultative and participatory process, aligns with various national, regional, and international development priorities and frameworks, including the Constitution of Kenya 2010, the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Susta
The draft plan, developed through a consultative and participatory process, aligns with various national, regional, and international development priorities and frameworks, including the Constitution of Kenya 2010, the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Susta
Forests in Crisis: FAO Report Unveils High-Stakes Innovations
02 Aug, 2024 10:47 AM
The report paints a concerning picture of the growing vulnerability of forests to increasingly intense and frequent wildfires and the devastating impact of invasive pests and pathogens.
The report paints a concerning picture of the growing vulnerability of forests to increasingly intense and frequent wildfires and the devastating impact of invasive pests and pathogens.
Kenyan Agriculture Faces Urgent Need to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
01 Aug, 2024 12:19 PM
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
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
A Round of Applause for These Biodiversity Lionhearts with Big Hearts
31 Jul, 2024 01:30 PM
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.
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.
Kenya’s Weatherman Reveals Shifting Conditions in 5-Day Outlook
31 Jul, 2024 12:38 PM
The July 29, 2024 forecast shows that Highlands East and West of Rift Valley, the South Eastern lowlands and the Rift Valley are expected to experience intermittent cool and cloudy conditions.
The July 29, 2024 forecast shows that Highlands East and West of Rift Valley, the South Eastern lowlands and the Rift Valley are expected to experience intermittent cool and cloudy conditions.