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International Day for Biological Diversity (22 May 2026)

06 April 2026

International Day for Biological Diversity (22 May 2026) The United Nations has proclaimed the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to enhance understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues worldwide and to inspire collective action towards its conservation and sustainable use. This…

World Environment Day 2026

06 April 2026

World Environment Day 2026 will rally the global community around the urgency of climate action at a time when the world is facing unprecedented environmental challenges. Rising temperatures, collapsing ecosystems, and increasingly frequent and intense extreme weather events are clear signals that…

Rangelands to take centre stage on Desertification and Drought Day 2026 in Kenya

06 April 2026

Nairobi / Bonn, 12 December 2025 – The Government of Kenya and the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) today announced that Kenya will host the next global observance of Desertification and Drought Day, to be held on 17 June 2026 under the theme “Rangelands: Recognize…

THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL DRAFTING AND CONSOLIDATION WORKSHOP

24 February 2026

CBD Seventh National Report (7NR) & Nagoya Protocol National Report 24–27 February 2026 Kyaka Hotel, Machakos 1. Introduction The National Technical Drafting and Consolidation Workshop for the Seventh National Report (7NR) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the National Report to…

MTAKIMAU Community Forest Association hosted a powerful Conservation and Community Celebration in Takaungu, Kilifi County,

20 February 2026

MTAKIMAU Community Forest Association hosted a powerful Conservation and Community Celebration in Takaungu, Kilifi County, ahead of its first Annual General Meeting, marking a major milestone in its revitalisation journey. Supported by WWF-Kenya through the Bengo Project funded by Bundesministerium…

Cabinet Secretary Launches Carbon Markets Community Guide

05 February 2026

CS Launches Carbon Markets Community Guide During World Wetlands Day 2026 in Isiolo, Isiolo County, 5th February 2026 The Carbon Markets Community Guide, developed by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) in partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) , was officially…

The World Wetlands Day 2026 national celebrations was held at Merire Wetland in Isiolo County.

03 February 2026

The Chief Guest was CS Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Barasa, EGH accompanied by Hon. Beatrice Askul, CS Ministry of EAC, ASALs and Regional Development, Isiolo Governor, Hon. Abdi Guyo, NEMA Board led by Chairman, Mr. Emilio Mugo and Director General, Dr. Mamo B. Mamo, EBS…

Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Mlongo Barasa officially launched the Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) as a Sub-Regional Technical and Scientific Cooperation Support Centre

29 January 2026

Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Mlongo Barasa earlier today officially launched the Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) as a Sub-Regional Technical and Scientific Cooperation Support Centre under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The CS was received by Dr…

Kenya to Host Marine and Coastal Biodiversity Conservation Workshop for Kenya and Tanzania

26 January 2026

Mombasa, Kenya | 26–30 January 2026 Kenya will host a Marine and Coastal Biodiversity Conservation Workshop for Kenya and Tanzania from 26 to 30 January 2026 in Mombasa , bringing together policymakers, technical experts, researchers, and practitioners to strengthen regional collaboration on marine…

Introduction of the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership in Kenya and Inaugural NBCM Technical Committee Meeting

22 September 2025

Date: Monday, 22 September 2025 Venue: Sarova PanAfric Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya Introduction Kenya successfully hosted the Introduction of the NBSAP Accelerator Partnership in Kenya and Inaugural NBCM Technical Committee Meeting. The event, held on 22 September 2025 in Nairobi, marked a significant…

Development of National Biodiversity CHM Strategy

01 July 2025

Kenya has taken a significant step towards strengthening biodiversity information management with the development of a National Biodiversity Clearing-House Mechanism (CHM) Strategy and Action Plan for the period 2026–2030. Led by the National Environment Management Authority the initiative aims to…

Kenya joined the rest of the world in celebrating World Environment Day 2025

27 June 2025

Tharaka Nithi, June 5, 2025 – Kenya joined the rest of the world in celebrating World Environment Day 2025 under the global theme “Ending Plastic Pollution” with a national event held at Tharaka University, Tharaka Nithi County. The celebrations brought together environmental champions, government…

Public Participation forums conclude in Nyeri, Kisumu and Garissa Counties

08 April 2025

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FORUMS CONCLUDE IN NYERI, KISUMU AND GARISSA COUNTIES Public participation exercises on the Draft Regulations under the Forest Conservation and Management Act, CAP 385 and the Forest Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025, concluded today in Nyeri, Kisumu, and…

World Meteorological Day national celebrations at Makindu Meteorological Station

27 March 2025

Environment and Climate Change Principal Secretary Dr Eng Festus K Ng'eno presides over this year's World Meteorological Day national event at Makindu Meteorological Station in Makueni County. The theme of the day is "Closing the Early Warning Gap Together" that signifies the urgent need to ensure…

10,000 Trees Planted in Bomet as Kenya Marks International Day of Forests

27 March 2025

Forestry Principal Secretary Mr. Gitonga Mugambi today presided over the 2025 International Day of Forests (IDF) celebrations at Chepalungu Forest Station (Kapchumbe), Bomet County. As part of the restoration efforts to attain the national target of 15bn trees by 2032, PS Mugambi alongside his…

World Meteorological Day 2025 Celebrations

23 March 2025

Join us on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Makindu Meteorological Station, Makueni County, as we celebrate World Meteorological Day.

This year’s theme, "Closing the Early Warning Gap Together", emphasizes the critical need to enhance early warning systems to protect communities from extreme weather

International Day of Forests 2025

21 March 2025

Join us as we celebrate the International Day of Forests 2025 on March 21st at Chepalungu Forest Block, Bomet County.

This year's theme, "Forests and Food", highlights the crucial role forests play in food security and the well-being of our communities. Together, let us come together to grow

Aligning Sectoral Public Policy Instruments in Agriculture, Livestock, and Forestry with the Global Biodiversity Framework

11 March 2025

1. Introduction The workshop on Aligning Sectoral Public Policy Instruments (SPPIs) in Agriculture, Livestock, and Forestry with the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) was held on 11th March 2025 at Muthu Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi. Organized by the International Union for Conservation of Nature…

Workshop on Aligning Sectoral Public Policy Instruments in Agriculture, Livestock, and Forestry with the Global Biodiversity Framework,

11 March 2025

In collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry
(MoECCF), the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), through the
BIODEV2030 Phase 2 project, is pleased to invite you to participate in a policy
dialogue workshop on Aligning Sectoral Public Policy

Kenya gazette publishes revised environmental regulations to strengthen biodiversity protection and pollution control

05 March 2025

Nairobi, Kenya – March 2025 The Government of Kenya has taken a bold step in strengthening environmental governance by gazetting two revised regulations under the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act (EMCA), 1999 . These regulations, namely the Environmental Management and Co-ordination…

Outcomes of COP16 Resumed Session in Rome and their relevance to Kenya

28 February 2025

Outcomes of COP16 Resumed Session in Rome and Their Relevance to Kenya 1. Introduction The resumed session of the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) concluded in Rome on 28 February 2025. The meeting finalized agreements on biodiversity financing…

Welcome to Kenya Bird Trends

19 February 2025

The Kenya Bird Trends Platform is an initiative designed to track and monitor bird populations and trends across Kenya. The platform serves as a crucial tool for bird conservation efforts, environmental monitoring, and public engagement. It aims to provide a centralized space for collecting…

Pan-African Workshop: Supporting an Enabling Environment for ABS and Biotrade

04 February 2025

Pan-African Workshop: Supporting an Enabling Environment for ABS and Biotrade 3 – 7 February 2025, Saly, Senegal 1. Introduction The Pan-African Workshop on Supporting an Enabling Environment for Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) and Biotrade was held in Saly, Senegal, from 3rd to 7th February 2025…

Key Outcomes of COP16 and relevance to Kenya

09 January 2025

COP16 in Cali, Colombia, marked significant progress in advancing global biodiversity priorities, with several key outcomes that hold particular relevance for NEMA and Kenya. Creation of a Subsidiary Body for IPLCs: A dedicated subsidiary body was established to strengthen the role of Indigenous…

WORLD WETLANDS DAY || 2 February 2025

07 January 2025

Wetlands are home to an incredible biodiversity. They are present in numerous landscapes and ecosystems and provide livelihoods for thousands of people. However, over the centuries wetlands have gradually disappeared. This year’s theme is “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future.” It underscores…