Topic: #interest story
Fighting Falsehoods: UN's Bold Step Against Climate Disinformation
20 Nov, 2024 04:00 PM
A cornerstone of the program involves holding social media platforms and advertisers accountable for spreading misleading content. Strategies include enhancing transparency, preventing the monetization of disinformation, and mitigating the misuse of techn
A cornerstone of the program involves holding social media platforms and advertisers accountable for spreading misleading content. Strategies include enhancing transparency, preventing the monetization of disinformation, and mitigating the misuse of techn
Harnessing the Solar: A Turning Point in Kenya's Agricultural Value Chain
19 Nov, 2024 03:51 PM
Rael Waithera, an organic farmer from Kanyawa village in Gilgil and a supplier of Managu and Terere to the Centre is contented and supports the use of the solar drier, because it is a natural resource that is abundantly available in the area.
Rael Waithera, an organic farmer from Kanyawa village in Gilgil and a supplier of Managu and Terere to the Centre is contented and supports the use of the solar drier, because it is a natural resource that is abundantly available in the area.
Uganda Champions Energy Transition: The World Should Follow Suit
18 Nov, 2024 03:18 PM
Uganda, like many nations in Africa, is still developing its energy infrastructure. While many developed countries have already made strides in renewable energy, Uganda and other developing nations continue to rely heavily on traditional energy sources su
Uganda, like many nations in Africa, is still developing its energy infrastructure. While many developed countries have already made strides in renewable energy, Uganda and other developing nations continue to rely heavily on traditional energy sources su
Kenya's Green Economy Strategy Aims to Boost Job Creation
16 Nov, 2024 10:00 AM
In a statement, the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry has highlighted the importance of the environmental sector in this endeavor. “To accelerate the environment sector's contribution to employment creation, the Ministry is spearheadin
In a statement, the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry has highlighted the importance of the environmental sector in this endeavor. “To accelerate the environment sector's contribution to employment creation, the Ministry is spearheadin
Advancing Climate Science: AI Offers Insights and Solutions
16 Nov, 2024 08:00 AM
AI-driven predictions are invaluable for global leaders and agricultural sectors, providing critical guidance to farmers on planting cycles and crop management based on anticipated weather patterns. This not only boosts food production but also helps miti
AI-driven predictions are invaluable for global leaders and agricultural sectors, providing critical guidance to farmers on planting cycles and crop management based on anticipated weather patterns. This not only boosts food production but also helps miti
Trader Arrested for Illegal Supply of Plastic Bags in Nairobi
15 Nov, 2024 03:51 PM
The arrest followed a tip-off that led to an intelligence-led investigation by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA). Acting on the information, NEMA Police mobilized officers who posed as buyers to identify and apprehend the suspect. The o
The arrest followed a tip-off that led to an intelligence-led investigation by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA). Acting on the information, NEMA Police mobilized officers who posed as buyers to identify and apprehend the suspect. The o
Weatherman Alerts Kenyans to Brace for Heavy Rains
15 Nov, 2024 03:22 PM
Counties likely to be most affected include Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, Nyeri, Nyandarua, Laikipia, Isiolo, Nakuru, Kericho, Bomet, and Narok. Parts of Kajiado, Nairobi, Machakos, Kitui, and Makueni are also bracing for heavy downpours
Counties likely to be most affected include Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, Nyeri, Nyandarua, Laikipia, Isiolo, Nakuru, Kericho, Bomet, and Narok. Parts of Kajiado, Nairobi, Machakos, Kitui, and Makueni are also bracing for heavy downpours
Kenya Launches "One Learner, One Tree" Campaign to Combat Climate Change
13 Nov, 2024 03:43 PM
The "One Learner, One Tree Monthly for Nature" campaign has the potential to be a transformative force in Kenya's climate resilience strategy. By educating young people and integrating tree planting into everyday school activities, Kenya is positioning it
The "One Learner, One Tree Monthly for Nature" campaign has the potential to be a transformative force in Kenya's climate resilience strategy. By educating young people and integrating tree planting into everyday school activities, Kenya is positioning it
Absent Leaders Signal Lack of Urgency at COP29
13 Nov, 2024 12:00 PM
A major reason why some leaders may choose to stay away is the pressure they face from powerful industries. Many world leaders are heavily influenced by fossil fuel industries, which have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.
A major reason why some leaders may choose to stay away is the pressure they face from powerful industries. Many world leaders are heavily influenced by fossil fuel industries, which have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.
Global Leaders Gather at COP 29 to Tackle the Climate Crisis
12 Nov, 2024 04:43 PM
As global leaders, climate scientists, indigenous communities, and business leaders gather at COP 29, they will drive crucial conversations about climate action. The conference, which began on November 11, 2024 runs until November 22, 2024, carries a hist
As global leaders, climate scientists, indigenous communities, and business leaders gather at COP 29, they will drive crucial conversations about climate action. The conference, which began on November 11, 2024 runs until November 22, 2024, carries a hist
Spotlighting the Frogmouth: Nature’s Quiet Survivor
12 Nov, 2024 12:12 PM
At first glance, a Frogmouth perched on a branch can seem almost indistinguishable from the wood itself. With mottled, bark-like plumage and the uncanny ability to remain perfectly still for hours, these birds mimic their surroundings so well that even ex
At first glance, a Frogmouth perched on a branch can seem almost indistinguishable from the wood itself. With mottled, bark-like plumage and the uncanny ability to remain perfectly still for hours, these birds mimic their surroundings so well that even ex
Artists Reimagine Waste as Fashion Statements
07 Nov, 2024 03:47 PM
Even paper and disposable plates are finding new life in this innovative trend. Carefully reinforced or sculpted, they become eye-catching dresses and tops that catch the light and the imagination.
Even paper and disposable plates are finding new life in this innovative trend. Carefully reinforced or sculpted, they become eye-catching dresses and tops that catch the light and the imagination.
Kaberua Tree Nursery Expansion Promises Greener Future for Mt. Elgon
07 Nov, 2024 03:33 PM
The new Kaberua Tree Nursery will cover 2 acres, up from the current 1 acre, providing a vital boost to local reforestation efforts. “With this expansion, we are not only increasing seedling production but also taking meaningful steps toward environmental
The new Kaberua Tree Nursery will cover 2 acres, up from the current 1 acre, providing a vital boost to local reforestation efforts. “With this expansion, we are not only increasing seedling production but also taking meaningful steps toward environmental
Leaders Gather in Nairobi to Shape Africa's Resilience for 2025 Summit
06 Nov, 2024 04:18 PM
The forum serves as a critical platform for sharing strategies and solutions to these pressing challenges. Central to the discussions is the role of youth and children in climate action. They have emerged as powerful advocates, leveraging various platform
The forum serves as a critical platform for sharing strategies and solutions to these pressing challenges. Central to the discussions is the role of youth and children in climate action. They have emerged as powerful advocates, leveraging various platform
Local Strategies Drive Global Climate Action, Says UNFCCC
06 Nov, 2024 02:46 PM
The report underscores that regional solutions offer several advantages, including the ability to tailor policies and initiatives to the specific environmental, social, and economic contexts of individual areas. This localized approach enables communities
The report underscores that regional solutions offer several advantages, including the ability to tailor policies and initiatives to the specific environmental, social, and economic contexts of individual areas. This localized approach enables communities
Weatherman Warns of Varied Weather Conditions Ahead
05 Nov, 2024 04:11 PM
From November 5 to 11, regions in the Highlands East of the Rift Valley—including Nairobi, Nyandarua, Laikipia, and Nyeri—are expected to experience morning rains, with intermittent showers in the afternoon and at night.
From November 5 to 11, regions in the Highlands East of the Rift Valley—including Nairobi, Nyandarua, Laikipia, and Nyeri—are expected to experience morning rains, with intermittent showers in the afternoon and at night.
The Climate Crisis: Why Current Strategies Fall Short
04 Nov, 2024 03:01 PM
The report reveals that even if all submitted Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are fully implemented, global emissions are projected to decrease by only 2.6% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
The report reveals that even if all submitted Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are fully implemented, global emissions are projected to decrease by only 2.6% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
Valencia Faces Crisis as Flooding Devastates Community
03 Nov, 2024 06:09 PM
Five days have passed since torrential rains swept across eastern Valencia, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Emergency crews are engaged in relentless search and rescue operations, with hundreds of soldiers deployed to assist those stranded o
Five days have passed since torrential rains swept across eastern Valencia, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Emergency crews are engaged in relentless search and rescue operations, with hundreds of soldiers deployed to assist those stranded o
Environment Officer Leads Nairobi into an Era of Initiatives
02 Nov, 2024 10:00 AM
Since his appointment, Mosiria has also prioritized community concerns regarding construction noise and air pollution. He has revoked licenses and halted construction activities that extend beyond the permissible hours of 6 PM on weekdays. This decisive a
Since his appointment, Mosiria has also prioritized community concerns regarding construction noise and air pollution. He has revoked licenses and halted construction activities that extend beyond the permissible hours of 6 PM on weekdays. This decisive a
Kenya Advances Biodiversity Strategy at UN Conference
01 Nov, 2024 04:08 PM
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).
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).