In Laikipia County, a community-led conservation initiative is helping to restore degraded land, protect wildlife, and empower local people. This project, supported by ENRM Kenya, showcases the power of grassroots environmental action. How the Community is Leading Change đź‘Ą Reforestation Efforts: Over 50,000 indigenous trees have been planted to restore degraded land.đź‘Ą Wildlife Protection: Local […]
Kenya’s cities are expanding rapidly, but poor urban planning is leading to congestion, pollution, and inadequate green spaces. Sustainable urban development is key to ensuring a livable and environmentally friendly future. Current Urban Challenges 🏙️ Deforestation & Loss of Green Spaces – Nairobi’s tree cover is shrinking, worsening air pollution.🏙️ Inadequate Waste Management – Plastic
Water is life, yet Kenya faces increasing water scarcity due to climate change. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and prolonged droughts are worsening the country’s water crisis, affecting agriculture, human health, and ecosystems. Key Challenges 🚱 Reduced Rainfall & Droughts: Rivers such as the Ewaso Ng’iro are drying up, threatening pastoralist livelihoods.🚱 Glacier Melting: Mount Kenya’s
For centuries, indigenous communities across Kenya have lived in harmony with nature, using traditional knowledge to manage forests, water sources, and wildlife. As climate change and environmental degradation threaten biodiversity, integrating indigenous knowledge into modern conservation strategies has become crucial. Traditional Practices That Promote Conservation âś… Sacred Forests: Communities like the Mijikenda protect sacred Kaya
