November 04, 2023
Kenya: Health Ministry Issues Guidelines for Rainy Season Safety
The Ministry of Health has released guidelines aimed at keeping Kenyans safe during the rainy season. Read more »
Kenya: Cabinet Approves Construction of Dams, Reinstatement of Water Pans to Boost Water Supply
NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 - The Cabinet has approved the construction of multiple dams and the reinstatement of over 4,000 water pans. Read more »
November 05, 2023
Kenya: Senator Roba Calls for Urgent Disaster Response as Floods Displace Thousands in North Kenya
United Democratic Movement (UDM) Party leader Senator Ali Roba has urged the government to upscale disaster response in northern Kenya where thousands have been displaced by floods… Read more »
Kenya: Another Mugumo Tree Falls in Meru County Amidst Political Tensions
Another ancient Mugumo tree has fallen in the Kinoru neighborhood of Meru County, marking the second tree to fall in this area within two weeks. Read more »
November 02, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Braces for Intense Rains and Potential Flooding - Meteorological Alert Issued
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a weather advisory warning of potential flooding due to heavy rains currently impacting several regions of the country. Read more »
November 01, 2023
Kenya: De-Carbonizing the Boda Boda Sector - a Major Step Towards Kenya's 32% Emissions Reduction Target
Unlike developed countries, where industries are primarily responsible for releasing tons of carbon into the atmosphere, in developing nations like Kenya, the transportation and… Read more »
Kenya: Nyali Golf Club Informs Members to Be Wary of Pythons
Nyali Golf & Country Club has warned members to be cautious of pythons that have been sighted at the facility of late. Read more »
October 28, 2023
Africa: Kenya President Ruto in Brazzaville for Climate Change Summit
President William Ruto is on Saturday scheduled to participate in the ongoing summit of the Three Basins, Biodiversity Ecosystems, and Tropical Forests (S3B EBFT) in Brazzaville,… Read more »
October 27, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Meteorological Department Warns of Heavy Rainfall Downpour Over the Weekend
Kenya Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rainfall in several parts of the country from October 27. Read more »
October 26, 2023
Kenya: NEMA, KEPSA Join Forces to Combat Plastic Pollution
Sustainable Inclusive Business Kenya (SIB-K), a wing of the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), has partnered with the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) to combat… Read more »
October 25, 2023
Kenya: CS Kuria Says NPS, KWS Recruitment to Be Done Exclusively From NYS
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria says National Police Service and Kenya Wildlife Service recruitment will be done exclusively from the National Youth Service. Read more »
October 23, 2023
Kenya: CS Mutua Begins Countrywide Tours to Assess Human-Wildlife Conflicts
The Cabinet Secretary of Tourism and Wildlife Alfred Mutua has embarked on a fact-finding mission countrywide tours to assess the level of human-wildlife conflicts. Read more »
Kenya: Bamburi Cement Rallies Construction Sector Players to Cut Carbon Dioxide Emissions
Bamburi Cement Plc has kicked off a regional construction sector thought leadership series to rally the sector towards decarbonisation. Read more »
October 22, 2023
Africa: New State of Africa's Environment 2023 Report Warns of Growing Environmental Challenges
The 2023 State of Africa's Environment Report by the Center for Science and Environment (CSE) highlights the growing challenges facing the continent. Read more »
Kenya: No El-Nino, Just Short Rains, Ruto Says After Weather Warning
The Kenya Meteorology Department has scaled down its El-Nino alert. Read more »
October 16, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Distribute Tree Seedlings Through Chiefs, CS Tuya Says
Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has announced a Government plan to distribute tree seedlings through chiefs in an effort to accelerate tree… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Urges Chinese Investors to Exploit Opportunities in Energy, Water, Housing
President William Ruto has urged Chinese investors to exploit existing opportunities in Kenya in the fields of energy, water and housing. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Open to Investing in EVs to Mitigate Climate Change Effects #AfricaClimateHope
About seven in ten Kenyans are willing to invest in electric vehicles (EVs) to combat the effects of climate change, a new report reveals. Read more »
October 10, 2023
Kenya: Kuria Roots for Traditional Knowledge, Jurisprudence to Fix Emerging Challenges
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has called for the deployment of traditional knowledge and jurisprudence to address emerging challenges including climate change and… Read more »
Kenya: Indonesian Arrested At JKIA With 38.4kg Ivory Stock Valued At Sh10mn
Authorities have apprehended an Indonesian in an ivory smuggling operation after uncovering 38.4kg ivory consignment valued at approximately Sh10 million. Read more »
October 07, 2023
Kenya: Ruto to End Kenya-Uganda Lake Victoria Dispute in Museveni Talks
President William Ruto has given his commitment to resolving the longstanding dispute between Kenya and Uganda concerning the detention of Kenyan fishermen in Uganda. Read more »
October 03, 2023
Kenya: Over 40 Families Brave the Cold as Winds Destroy Homes in Teso
More than 40 families were left homeless in the span of two days after their houses were destroyed by a strong wind following the ongoing heavy down-pour in the county. Read more »
October 02, 2023
Kenya: Why El Nino Could Be a Blessing or Curse for Stanchart Nairobi Marathon
The chairman of the StanChart Nairobi Marathon admits they are worried about the El Nino rains disrupting this year's edition of the annual road race, to be held on October 29… Read more »
October 01, 2023
Kenya: Changing Climate Realities - Flooding in New York City and the Looming Risks of El Nino in Kenya
Today, Global Warming is increasingly rising at unprecedented scale with countries around the world, both in the Global South and the Global North continue to confront the… Read more »
September 26, 2023
Kenya: Naivasha Water Employees Demand Relocation of Hippos After Fatal Attack
Naivasha Water and Sewerage Company (NAIVAWASCO) employees are calling for a relocation of the hippos from Lake Naivasha following the death of their colleague after a hippo… Read more »