PS KAITUKO RECEIVES STAR LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD

The permanent Secretary for shipping and Maritime affairs Geoffrey Kaituko has been awarded the star leader of the year award  2025 for his outstanding performance as PS which has seen major transformations in the Maritime affairs docket.

Speaking after the receiving the award,the outgoing permanent Secretary who was recently appointed the deputy head of mission in Rome Italy thanked the organizers of the awards for been able to see his outstanding work and vision which has propelled the ministry blueprint during his tenure as the PS.

The star leaders awards was held last evening at a Nairobi hotel and saw several national leaders and politicians been awarded for their outstanding and transformative work in their respective dockets and constituency.

FUND PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICERS TO ENHANCE DISEASE SURVEILLANCE AND PREVENTION UNION NOW DEMANDS

Public health practitioners  and environmental health union has called on the government to address emerging issues surrounding ministry of health some which had been contained especially the kala Zar outbreak which has left several Kenyans dead in Wajir county,the unknown outbreak of disease in kisii following drinking of contaminated water and cholera outbreak in Migori county.

Speaking during a press conference in Nairobi,the national secretary general of the union Brown Ashira has said the government should enhance funding to ensure the withdrawal of USAID funding does not affect preventive and promotive health services in the country in a bid to ease pressure on healthcare facilities thus reducing healthcare expenditure.

 According to Brown Ashira, counties should avail funds to public health officers and technicians charged with disease control and prevention to ensure they are facilitated to execute their mandate by enacting the FIF Acts and developing  further regulations.

The Union has strongly opposed the idea of merging regulatory bodies saying it will weaken the power of professional associations.Each profession is unique and faces different challenges which may not be addressed when merged.

FREE ORAL HEALTH CARE IN MARS WRIGLEY CAMPAIGN

 

About 3,500 people across three different counties benefited from free dental services during a four-day dental outreach organized by Mars Wrigley, the Kenya Dental Association (KDA), and respective county oral health divisions as the world marks Oral Health Day (WOHD). 

World Oral Health Day is observed every year on March 20, when a year-long campaign is launched to raise global awareness of the issues around oral health and the importance of oral hygiene. 

The Mars Wrigley-KDA outreach began on Monday in the Mara region, where dentists attended to over 700 residents around the Olmalaika Trust with more activities taking place in Mbooni Sub-county of Makueni County, where 1,000 people were attended to. It culminated in Nairobi’s Embakasi South Constituency, with nearly 1,500 residents of the Maringo Ward being supported. 

The teams further collaborated with mental health professionals to raise awareness about the connection between oral health and mental well-being, under the theme ‘A Happy Mouth is a Happy Mind’. This activity focused on the psychological impact of poor oral health and the mental clarity benefits of maintaining good oral hygiene.

In the Mara and Makueni, dentists and mental health specialists conducted sensitization talks against risky cultural practices, like canine teeth bud removal (infant oral mutilation - IOM), a painful procedure carried out on children aged under 24months, and which predisposes them to infections and other health challenges, including death in some instances. During IOM, developing primary canines are gouged out in the belief that it can prevent or cure childhood illnesses. One study on oral health-related quality of life among adolescents in the Mara region found that 61%[i] had experienced IOM. Makueni County also has several other endemic challenges including including Fluorosis – discolouration and pitting of the teeth – with one study noting that at least 91% of the population knows someone with the condition, and 53% were unaware of the dangers of consuming water with high levels of fluoride[ii].

Across the three counties, where the outreach took place, residents received free oral reviews, and provided vital oral health tools, including toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, sugar-free gum, and mouthwash. Additionally, educational posters were distributed to promote good oral health practices throughout the community. 

Dr. Douglas Oramis, KDA’s Secretary General, said: “Such collaborations as the one between KDA and Mars Wrigley provide immediate care and educate the community on the importance of oral health in maintaining overall well-being. It is important that there is a proactive investment in infrastructure and staffing needs for oral health at both National and County level. Good oral health is of vital importance to the mental wellbeing of people.”

Embakasi South, like much of the country, faces significant oral health challenges, including a high prevalence of gum diseases, according to the latest National Oral Health survey. A large portion of the population suffers from gum bleeding and inflammation, underscoring the need for better oral hygiene practices and greater access to dental care. Additionally, for a long time, the region lacked a public health facility offering dental services, forcing residents to travel to neighbouring constituencies for treatment. However, this has been resolved following the establishment of two new dental care facilities at Bahati and Makadara Level 4 hospitals. These two facilities have helped decongest the Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital’s Dental department, which was hitherto the only available institution providing oral healthcare in the country. Under this initiative, 24 Dentists, 18 Community oral health officers and 10 dental technologists were employed last year, the highest number of oral healthcare workers ever employed at once in the country. These progressive achievements were recognized during the World Oral Health Day (WOHD) celebrations.

Mars Wrigley’s sugar-free gum also featured as an important tool for enhancing oral health. Recent research shows that chewing sugar-free gum stimulates saliva flow, helping clear oral sugars and prevent plaque formation. Further studies suggest that chewing sugar-free gum for 20 minutes after meals has proven to help protect teeth

Mars Wrigley’s General Manager, Ismael Bello, emphasized the significance of the outreach, stating, “At Mars Wrigley, we understand the vital role oral health plays in overall well-being, and we are proud to support initiatives like this to provide access to care. We are committed to continuing to create positive impacts on communities ensuring healthier smiles and happier lives.”

The timing of the outreach was crucial as it brought much-needed dental services closer to the populations that would otherwise lack access. In Kenya, the current dentist-to-population ratio is 1:37,800, far below the World Health Organization’s recommended ratio of 1:7,000. Through initiatives like this, Mars Wrigley and the Kenya Dentists Association help bridge the gap and reduce the burden of dental diseases in the region.

FREE ORAL HEALTH CARE IN MARS WRIGLEY CAMPAIGN BENEFITS MORE THAN 3500 KENYANS

 

About 3,500 people across three different counties benefited from free dental services during a four-day dental outreach organized by Mars Wrigley, the Kenya Dental Association (KDA), and respective county oral health divisions as the world marks Oral Health Day (WOHD). 

World Oral Health Day is observed every year on March 20, when a year-long campaign is launched to raise global awareness of the issues around oral health and the importance of oral hygiene. 

The Mars Wrigley-KDA outreach began on Monday in the Mara region, where dentists attended to over 700 residents around the Olmalaika Trust with more activities taking place in Mbooni Sub-county of Makueni County, where 1,000 people were attended to. It culminated in Nairobi’s Embakasi South Constituency, with nearly 1,500 residents of the Maringo Ward being supported. 

The teams further collaborated with mental health professionals to raise awareness about the connection between oral health and mental well-being, under the theme ‘A Happy Mouth is a Happy Mind’. This activity focused on the psychological impact of poor oral health and the mental clarity benefits of maintaining good oral hygiene.

In the Mara and Makueni, dentists and mental health specialists conducted sensitization talks against risky cultural practices, like canine teeth bud removal (infant oral mutilation - IOM), a painful procedure carried out on children aged under 24months, and which predisposes them to infections and other health challenges, including death in some instances. During IOM, developing primary canines are gouged out in the belief that it can prevent or cure childhood illnesses. One study on oral health-related quality of life among adolescents in the Mara region found that 61%[i] had experienced IOM. Makueni County also has several other endemic challenges including including Fluorosis – discolouration and pitting of the teeth – with one study noting that at least 91% of the population knows someone with the condition, and 53% were unaware of the dangers of consuming water with high levels of fluoride[ii].

Across the three counties, where the outreach took place, residents received free oral reviews, and provided vital oral health tools, including toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, sugar-free gum, and mouthwash. Additionally, educational posters were distributed to promote good oral health practices throughout the community. 

Dr. Douglas Oramis, KDA’s Secretary General, said: “Such collaborations as the one between KDA and Mars Wrigley provide immediate care and educate the community on the importance of oral health in maintaining overall well-being. It is important that there is a proactive investment in infrastructure and staffing needs for oral health at both National and County level. Good oral health is of vital importance to the mental wellbeing of people.”

Embakasi South, like much of the country, faces significant oral health challenges, including a high prevalence of gum diseases, according to the latest National Oral Health survey. A large portion of the population suffers from gum bleeding and inflammation, underscoring the need for better oral hygiene practices and greater access to dental care. Additionally, for a long time, the region lacked a public health facility offering dental services, forcing residents to travel to neighbouring constituencies for treatment. However, this has been resolved following the establishment of two new dental care facilities at Bahati and Makadara Level 4 hospitals. These two facilities have helped decongest the Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital’s Dental department, which was hitherto the only available institution providing oral healthcare in the country. Under this initiative, 24 Dentists, 18 Community oral health officers and 10 dental technologists were employed last year, the highest number of oral healthcare workers ever employed at once in the country. These progressive achievements were recognized during the World Oral Health Day (WOHD) celebrations.

Mars Wrigley’s sugar-free gum also featured as an important tool for enhancing oral health. Recent research shows that chewing sugar-free gum stimulates saliva flow, helping clear oral sugars and prevent plaque formation. Further studies suggest that chewing sugar-free gum for 20 minutes after meals has proven to help protect teeth

Mars Wrigley’s General Manager, Ismael Bello, emphasized the significance of the outreach, stating, “At Mars Wrigley, we understand the vital role oral health plays in overall well-being, and we are proud to support initiatives like this to provide access to care. We are committed to continuing to create positive impacts on communities ensuring healthier smiles and happier lives.”

The timing of the outreach was crucial as it brought much-needed dental services closer to the populations that would otherwise lack access. In Kenya, the current dentist-to-population ratio is 1:37,800, far below the World Health Organization’s recommended ratio of 1:7,000. Through initiatives like this, Mars Wrigley and the Kenya Dentists Association help bridge the gap and reduce the burden of dental diseases in the region.

PRIVATE SECTOR VALIDATE PROPOSALS FOR THE REGIONAL POLICY ADVOCACY AGENDA TO UPSCALE TRADE IN SERVICES IN THE EAC

The East African Business Council (EABC), in collaboration with the East African Community (EAC) Secretariat and in partnership with GIZ, convened private sector leaders from associations across all eight (8) EAC Partner States to validate proposals for the regional policy advocacy agenda aimed at unlocking restrictions on trade in services in the region.

The draft regional policy advocacy agenda was developed following successful national consultations that examined the state of trade in services liberalization and outlined key proposals to eliminate barriers. Among the key recommendations is the establishment of an institutionalized dialogue mechanism between the private sector and governments to enhance policy engagement.

In his opening remarks, during the two-day Regional Validation Meeting, Mr. Stuart Mwesigwa, Goodwill Ambassador of EABC, emphasized the importance of the services sector, stating, “With services contributing between 40-55% of the region’s GDP, the sector holds immense promise in fostering sustainable development, investment, and job creation.”

Mr. Sofian Dahmani from the European Union Delegation highlighted that the services sector accounts for about 70% of the EU’s GDP and 33% of total trade in Europe. He further noted that the EU-GIZ Project on Leveraging Integration Frameworks for Trade in Services and Civil Society Organizations in the EAC (LIFTED) will enhance services liberalization, boost exports at both the EAC and continental levels, and strengthen trade ties with the EU. He reiterated the EU’s commitment to supporting the EAC services market through the removal of barriers, capacity building for the private sector to advocate for market access, and initiatives to enhance business competitiveness, inclusivity, and sustainable economic growth.

Ms. Estella Aryada, GIZ Component Lead Trade in Services underscored the transformative role of services, stating that sectors such as marketing, design, and logistics drive innovation, manufacturing, and exports, while health and education services improve well-being and sustainable development. She emphasized that liberalization of services is crucial for boosting investment and economic growth across all sectors. Ms. Aryada also reaffirmed GIZ’s commitment to supporting the private sector in establishing an institutionalized dialogue mechanism for trade in services, aimed at removing regulatory barriers and streamlining services trade across the region.

Ms. Annette Kenganzi, EAC Senior Export Promotion Officer, expressed optimism that the proposed institutionalized mechanism would be integrated into both national and regional trade committees, feeding into Ministerial-level discussions at the Sectoral Council on Trade, Industry, Finance, and Investment. She further highlighted that the mechanism will support the implementation of the EAC Trade in Services Strategy and drive forward key policy reforms for enhanced regional trade.

The EABC Regional Policy Advocacy Agenda on Trade in Services serves as blue print to ensure that the private sector has a structured, coordinated, and influential role in shaping the trade in services landscape within the East African Community (EAC). The agenda outlines several key priorities, including improving data collection and market intelligence to support informed policy decisions, enhancing services sector competitiveness and export readiness, and accelerating services integration and regulatory reforms to remove trade bottlenecks. It plans to addresses investment barriers, taxation challenges, and immigration restrictions, particularly those limiting the movement of skilled professionals within the region.

The agenda outlines key sector-specific advocacy areas and recommendations crucial for boosting trade in services. These include the accelerated implementation of Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) to ease the movement of professionals under business services, reducing costs and improving the affordability of communication, harmonizing regulations, and simplifying market entry requirements for distribution services. The recommendations also include: harmonizing financial regulations for banking and finance sector, opening skies, streamlined air access, and visa regulations for tourism, addressing road freight costs and infrastructure gaps in the transport and logistics sector, as well as harmonized policies to facilitate cross-border mobility for education.

To further deepen regional integration, the EAC has committed to negotiating five additional service sectors: Energy services, Environmental services, Health and social services, Construction and related engineering services, and Recreation, cultural, and sporting services. The agenda also prioritizes the development of private sector positions for each sector to ensure private sector interests are well represented in the liberalization process.

The private sector leaders also visited Roofings Group production plant in Namanve and discussed interlinkages of the manufacturing and services sector.

RUBIS ENERGY KENYA AND CASTROL FLAG OFF CHANA BROTHERS FOR WRC SAFARI RALLY 2025

 

 RUBiS Energy Kenya and Castrol Kenya today flagged off the Chana Brothers Rally Team for their 2025 World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally campaign at an event held at the RUBiS Nyayo Stadium station.

RUBiS Energy Kenya’s sponsorship of the Chana Brothers marks a significant investment in local motorsport talent, aligning with Castrol’s global motorsport heritage, including its sponsorship of Ford Motorsports in the WRC. The Chana Brothers' recent acquisition of a Ford rally car further strengthens the synergy between these partnerships, ensuring they have the best support for their WRC journey.

“Our support for the Chana Brothers reflects our dedication to fostering local rally talent and giving them a global platform,” said Olivier Sabrié, RUBiS Energie East Africa Group CEO and RUBiS Energy Kenya Managing Director. “We believe in powering champions and creating opportunities for Kenyan drivers to compete at the highest levels.”

Ayhan Koksal, VP Castrol META, added, “Castrol’s long-standing heritage in motorsports aligns perfectly with this partnership. As a sponsor of Ford Motorsport in the WRC, our advanced lubricants will enhance the Chana Brothers' performance, giving them a competitive edge on the global rally stage.”

As they prepare to take on the grueling WRC 2025 season, Jasmeet Chana expressed the team’s gratitude to RUBiS Energy Kenya for their invaluable support. “Competing in the 2025 Safari Rally is an incredible honor, and we are excited for the challenge ahead. Having the support of Rubis Energy Kenya fuels our confidence and determination. Their commitment to motorsport and local talent gives us the backing we need to perform at our best. We are ready to push our limits and make Kenya proud”.

The WRC Safari Rally will take place from March 20th to March 23rd 2025. The Safari Rally, one of the most challenging and iconic races in the WRC calendar, serves as a key platform for rally teams to test their endurance, skill, and vehicle performance on Kenya’s demanding terrain.

IEK PRESIDENT ENG. SHAMMAH KITEME ADDRESS INDUSTRY LEADERS DURING THE LAUNCH OF THE WFEO-ECBAP

 

 IEK conducted a training on Artificial Intelligence for Engineers which covered key areas with participating engineers from Water, Energy, Agriculture and Infrastructure placing IEK as one of the training centers for the WFEO-ECBAP initiative and the training in AI.

 Kenya’s growth has been largely driven by Agriculture with 21.8% contribution to GDP. Manufacturing contributes 7.6% to GDP while construction contributes 6.6%. Transport and Storage contributes 13.6% while Information and communication contributes 2.2%.

 Engineers are at the forefront in all these sectors. However, the world is fast changing due to changing technology and AI, Internet of things are changing the way things are done therefore very timely of the UN to declare 2024-2033 the international decade for science and technology for sustainable development. 

Speaking during the launch at a Nairobi hotel IEK President Shammah kiteme lauded their commitment to support the initiative and scale up this training from the experience so that it will be rolled out successfully across Africa. Other courses IEK offers include emerging areas like Quantum Engineering, Nanotechnology, Renewable Energy, Circular Economy, Autonomous systems, Bioinformatics, Climate Resilient Designs among others. This is in addition to the more discipline focused areas of training including lifelong learning programs covering soft skills and life skills for engineers. With our robust training program which seeks to keep Engineers abreast with the best skills for their work and latest technology, IEK is pleased to partner with WFEO-ECBAP program to train all Engineers in Africa with the efforts to realise the 100,000 Engineers to be trained in the next 10 years. 

WFEO in partnership with CAST entered into this framework for Engineering Capacity Building for Africa Program. This program will be a game changer. Africa remains a virgin continent and it requires local solutions to the issues the continent faces and so this program for capacity building for African Engineers is vital. It will enable them to lead the way in providing local solutions. Engineers are key in ending poverty which is (goal 1), they lead in Sustainable Agriculture which is (goal 2), innovations in healthcare and bioinformatics (goal 3), Clean Water and sanitation (goal 6) and affordable, sustainable and modern energy for all (goal 7). Resilient infrastructure and sustainable industrialization (goal 9) and Engineers have a central role to play in all these. Engineers have a critical role to play in building sustainable cities and communities (goal 11) and climate action (goal 13) as well as life under water (goal 14). Indeed, sustainability on land is achievable through work of engineers and (goal 15).

 The program aims to train over 100,000 Engineers in Africa for capacity building in Artificial Intelligence which will contribute to innovation in the Energy, Agriculture and Food Security, Water and infrastructure for sustainability.

The event culminated in signing of an MoU with Chinese Society of Engineers,A move that will enable closer partnership with Chinese Engineers in knowledge sharing and professional development of each member. This is indeed a fulfilment of goal 17 on partnerships for sustainable development  with China’s advanced development.

EPRA LAUCHES PHASE TWO OF KAA SAFE MTAANI CAMPAIGN

The Energy  and petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA)has launched the second phase of Kaa safe mtaani campaign in a bid to encourage culture of safety when handling liquified petroleum gas(LPG) electricity which result to electrocution and fires through faulty wiring and energy products.

Speaking during the launch at National stakeholders conference at a Nairobi hotel the EPRA director general Daniel kiptoo had told Kenyans to ensure they get a receipt for every refil of LPG and ensure they cylinder has a seal to ensure its not from an illegal refil.The DG has said more than twenty percent of LPG sold in Kenya is illegally refiled.The Authority shut down fourty nine uncompliant licensed plants which did not met the licensing condition.

 

The conference brought together over three hundred stakeholders in the energy sector including government agencies, regulatory bodies, industry leaders and consumer organizations among them the director of public procesucution Renson Igonga aiming  forge partnerships, strengthening collaboration.

According to EPRA  last year saw three hundred and twenty five electrocution,one hundred and fifty deaths due to illegal connections,one hundred and fifty three electrical accidents with seventy eight human fatalities due to faulty wiring.

Cabinet secretary for energy Opiyo wandayi urged EPRA to revoke completely the license of those who don't comply.The CS said the government will establish more LPG filing plants to spearhead  the update of clean cooking solutions especially in schools.

HEVA FUND PARTNERS WITH FINANCIAL SERVICE PROVIDERS TO BRIDGE CREATIVE INDUSTRY’S FINANCIAL GAP

The local creative and cultural industries sector has received a major boost following the official launch of a first of its kind $5million investment by HEVA Fund which will provide tailored financial solutions to creatives.

Speaking during the partnership launch HEVA’s Managing Partner, Ms. Wakiuru Njuguna said: “We are delighted to enter into these partnerships with Longitude Capital, Tenakata Ltd, Kenya Bankers Sacco, Lipa Later Ltd, Shop Zetu, and Wowzi to disburse a total of $5 million (approximately KSh 644 million) to individuals and enterprises in the cultural and creative industries. The goal of these partnerships is to expand the pool of capital available to the sector and ensure access to affordable, responsive financial products, as well as business advisory services. 

The initiative will support businesses operating within three main creative value chains, Fashion, Garments, and Accessories,Film, Television, Content Creation, Gaming, and Audio-Visual, and Live Music, Theatre, and Performing Arts. Creatives in these categories include content creators, photographers, filmmakers, musicians, make-up artists, game developers, fashion designers and many more. A comprehensive list of more than three hundred creative types covered under the three value chains is available on HEVA’s website.

HEVA has partnered with four financial service providers  and  two aggregator platforms to launch Ota Kopa and Ota Kopa Plus.The financial products target to reach 7,000 creatives majority being young women.Creatives will be able to access up to Ksh 999,999 for Ota Kopa and Ksh 4,999,999 for Ota Kopa Plus.The Funding will  help creatives leverage available opportunities and avenues to harness sector’s potential.

The creative industry-tailored Ota Kopa and Ota Kopa Plus loans position us to reach more creatives, empowering them to unlock their potential,HEVA and its partners have implemented a deliberate and targeted strategy, aiming for 70% of the 7,000 beneficiaries to be young women, 10% to be refugees, and 5% to be people with disabilities. Creatives can apply for any amount up to KSh 999,999 for Ota Kopa and from KSh 1 million up to KSh 4,999,999 for Ota Kopa plus."

With Ota Kopa and Ota Kopa Plus, our mission is to ensure that no young women, young men, groups, or businesses operating within the three specified creative value chains—(i) Fashion, Garments, and Accessories, (ii) Film, Television, Content Creation, Gaming, and Audio-Visual, and (iii) Live Music, Theatre, and Performing Arts—are left behind in accessing funding.

According to Michael Monari of longitude capital HEVA Fund aims to shift the narrative by providing homegrown innovative financing solutions to empower the creatives and fuel the sustainable growth of the industry not just in Kenya but also in Africa.

The new products will strengthen HEVA’s finance mechanism portfolio which has successfully raised USD 42 million through effective partnerships and directly invested in over 120 creative enterprises and projects across Eastern Africa using home-grown and innovative finance models. 

Who is eligible to apply for funding?Individuals, groups, and creative businesses operating within the three specified creative value chains, Fashion, Garments, and Accessories,Film, Television, Content Creation, Gaming, and Audio-Visual, and Live Music, Theatre, and Performing Arts—are eligible to apply for funding.HEVA has led creative programs in 14 African and Indian Ocean countries so far, and is still growing its footprint.

ONLINE APP TO COMBAT ILLICIT TRADE LAUNCHED IN NAIROBI

The Anti counterfeit agency (ACA) has boosted it's fight against counterfeit goods by launching a cutting edge online solution that enhance market surveillance, consumer protection and enforcement efforts.

Speaking in a media briefing at the Anti counterfeit agency offices in Nairobi Dr Robi Mbugua Njoroge executive director ACA said the online tool will transform enforcement by providing real time verification of product authenticity.

The Bleep App is designed to empower enforcement agencies and business by offering instant authentification of goods.users can scan a product to verify it's authenticity report suspicious items and contribute to a growing intelligence database that strengthen anti counterfeit efforts.

According to Fred Muwema chairman ACN Uganda this launch will boost regional collaborations since counterfeit trade is borderless.

Kenya has been in forefront of intellectual property (IP) protection with innovations such as the IP recordation system and the Anti counterfeit intergrated management systems (AIMS).The introduction of Bleep App intergrating AI blockchain and big data base will disrupt illicit trade networks.

RENEWED CALLS TO PROTECT ENVIRONMENT BY GREEN BELT MOVEMENT

The Green Belt Movement and the Conservation Alliance of Kenya jointly commemorate

Wangari Maathai Day 2025, honoring the enduring legacy of Professor Wangari

Maathai an environmental legend and  visionary, human rights advocate and Nobel Laureate.

According to the alliance the Nobel Laureate relentless pursuit of environmental justice inspires action in Kenya and beyond. "There comes a time when humanity must shift to a new

level of consciousness." a famous quote by the environmental justice champion.Today, we reaffirm this call to action as Kenya faces escalating environmental threats, particularly the alarming deforestation within Nairobi and our

critical water towers.Kenya’s forests are under siege. Rapid urban expansion and unregulated development have significantly reduced Nairobi’s green spaces, degrading air quality and threatening essential ecosystems.

key water towers including the Aberdare

Range, Mau Forest, Karura, and Suam Forest face unprecedented destruction,jeopardising water security, biodiversity, and livelihoods.

Despite existing conservation policies, environmental mismanagement and neglect

persist. The failure to protect these vital resources represents a dire threat to current and

future generations.

The Green Belt Movement and the Conservation Alliance of Kenya urge government

leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to fulfill their duty of environmental stewardship.

Protecting Kenya’s forests is not merely an ecological necessity but a moral and national

imperative.

The alliance has called for Immediate enforcement of forest protection policies to curb illegal deforestation. Stronger governance and accountability to ensure sustainable land use practices. The environmental champions have called on all stakeholders,government agencies, civil society, and the global community to act decisively to reverse environmental degradation.