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October 28, 2024, Cali, Colombia – Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Eng. Festus K. Ng’eno, met with the Kenyan delegation at the ongoing 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Cali, Colombia. This year’s UN…
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The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) successfully hosted a Data & Information Engagement Workshop for Protected and Conserved Areas from 30th September to 4th October 2024 at its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. The workshop, under the theme “Leveraging Data Insights…
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NAIROBI, August 10, 2024 — In a significant step towards safeguarding its natural heritage, Kenya has launched the National Biodiversity Coordination Mechanism , aimed at streamlining and enhancing the country's conservation efforts. The initiative, unveiled on Friday in Nairobi, seeks to foster…
Date Published: Thursday, August 8, 2024 - 11:15 Source KWS The third phase of the 2024-2025 National Wildlife Census, which began on 31 July 2023 has concluded successfully after a comprehensive four-day aerial count of the Athi Kapiti ecosystem. Following the Mara and Amboseli-Magadi ecosystems…
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The GEF-7 Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program (DSL-IP) funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) is led by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and co-executed with IUCN and the World Overview of Conservation Approaches and Technologies (WOCAT). The…
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In Kenya, the national event will be commemorated under the theme, “Make Room for Life” on Friday 20th September, 2024 at John Michuki Memorial Park, Nairobi County.

Finalizing National Biodiversity Targets
Naivasha, 22nd July 2024 – Today marked the commencement of a pivotal workshop at Naivasha Resort, aimed at finalizing Kenya's National Biodiversity Targets for the National Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) . The workshop, running from 22nd to 26th July 2024, was inaugurated with keynote remarks…
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Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya presided over this year's World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (WDDD) national celebrations, which took place on Monday, June 17, 2024, at Ol Kinyei Grounds, Maiyanat Community Conservancy in Doldol, Nanyuki, Laikipia County. The event commenced at 9:00…
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The World Environment Day national celebrations were held on 5 th June, 2024 at the University of Embu grounds in Embu County guided by the theme- Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience. The Chief Guest, CS Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Hon. Soipan Tuya stated that to…
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The launch of the GEF-7 funded project on Strengthening Forest Management for Improved Biodiversity Conservation and Climate Resilience in the Southern Rangelands of Kenya took place on 7th June 2024 at Enoomparbali Primary School in Narok County. Speaking during the event, the chief guest CS…
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This year, the celebration of International Day for Biodiversity (IDB) coincides with two meetings of the Convention on Biological Diversity, both taking place here in Nairobi at the UNON campus from May 13-29, 2024. They are the 26th meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical, and…
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May 24, 2024 — On Friday, a side event was held at time 13- 15 in Conference Room-11, JUSCANZ room on the second floor of the UN Environment Headquarters in Gigiri Nairobi as part of the fourth meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation (SBI 4) The side event, titled "National Clearing-House…
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NEMA has identified several wetlands- Kiambuthu, Ngirimari and Kariara 1 and 2 in Embu County for restoration. The team led by the Chairman, Emilio Mugo and DG Mamo B. Mamo, EBS inspected the 3-acre Ngirimari wetland within Embu town that NEMA seeks to restore through Bamboo growing and fencing to…
Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical, and Technological Advice (SBSTTA)
Environment and Climate Change Principal Secretary Eng Festus K. Ng'eno has today met the Kenyan delegation attending the 26th meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice (SBSTTA) of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The meeting which runs from 13th…
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Within the 'whole-of-Government, whole-of-society' delivery framework, the Ministry of Education has a target of growing 35 million trees and producing 300 million seedlings annually, making it one of the key drivers of the 15 Billion National Tree Growing Programme.
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Conversation Kenya Forest Service @KeForestService Nairobi County marked the Long Rains 2023/2024 tree planting initiative by establishing 1,010 diverse native trees in Korogocho, Ruaraka Sub County, along the Nairobi River. As part of a comprehensive government & community effort to achieve the 15…
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We cannot turn back time, but we can grow forests, revive water sources, and bring back soils. We are the generation that can make peace with land. World Environment Day is celebrated annually on 5 June and encourages awareness and action for the protection of the environment. In Kenya, the event

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The theme for Earth Day 2024 is "Planet vs. Plastics ." This theme emphasizes the need for collective action to repair and heal the planet's ecosystems, combat climate change, and preserve biodiversity. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Embrace a lifestyle of minimalism, reduce single-use plastic consumption…
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President William Ruto's assertion that Kenya is the cradle of mankind reflects not only the nation's rich history but also its commitment to global cooperation and environmental stewardship. By welcoming delegates from member states to the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA6), he extends a…
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In an exciting and symbolic moment, Colombia, the host country of the Convention on Biological Diversity COP 16, unveiled the official COP 16 logo on the 28th of February, 2024. The grand reveal took place amidst the prestigious setting of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) headquarters…
Luring back flamingos using favourite algae
By Wrti Uncategorized Flamingos that once flourished in Lake Nakuru could be back with a new initiative to revive the spirulina population in the lake. The Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI), which has come up with the project, says the overflow from River Njoro has disrupted the…
KWS and directorate of veterinary services lead mass dog vaccination drive in Kajiado county to combat rabies
Sources: https://www.kws.go.ke/latest-News Date Published: latest-News Friday, February 16, 2024 - 14:30 In response to recent incidents of hyena attacks in Juja and Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), in collaboration with the Directorate of Veterinary Services, County…
Circular Economy and Extended Producer Responsibilities

NEMA is preparing to host a SIDE EVENT that will bring together stakeholders to discuss several issues under the topic, “Circular Economy and Extended Producer Responsibilities (EPR) in addressing pollution control” on 29th February 2024. from 13.00 to 14:15.

 

 

The sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6)
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The sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) will take place from 26 February to 1 March, 2024 at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. 

As the world’s top decision-making body on the environment, UNEA aims to help restore harmony