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NEMA Raises Alarm Over Return of Plastic Bags

The National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) has raised alarm over the illegal re-emergence of plastic bags in Kenya. In a public notice issued on 8th September 2025, the authority warned that offenders will face tough legal action. The notice stated that anyone found manufacturing, importing, selling, or using plastic bags without a licence risks a […]

Kenya's President William Ruto engaging with delegates during UNGA 80

UNGA 80: President Ruto Demands Africa’s Seat at the UN Security Council

President William Ruto has strongly criticized Africa’s past omission from the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) as a “historic injustice” that must be addressed if the UN is to continue to be meaningful and deserving of its purpose. While giving his speech during the (UNGA 80) : 80th United Nations General Assembly at the 7th […]

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Nearly 1M Children in Kenya’s ASALs Could Suffer Acute Malnutrition by 2026, Report Shows

IGAD Regional Focus of the 2025 Global Report on Food Crises released on 16/9/2025 shows that the number of people facing food crises levels has tripled in Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia, Uganda and Sudan  from 13.9 million in 2016, to 41.7 million in 2025.Between April and June 2025, 2.8 million people or 17 percent of […]

Seeds of Impact: Autism Voices Driving Climate Solutions

Ready Aiders Foundation believes healing happens in many ways ; through therapy, advocacy, and sometimes the simple act of planting a tree. Through their CleanPlate Nutrition and Therapy Project, the foundation provides free therapy to neurodivergent children, nourishing both body and mind. But their work doesn’t stop there they celebrate their talents and voices. In […]

Messry lung'atso: Miss Earth Air Kenya 2024

Messry Lung’atso: Miss Earth Air Kenya 2024 Urges Fashionistas to Embrace Sustainable Glamour

During the just-concluded KVSO–UNESCO Volunteer Programme at the Mara Osero Conservation Project, Green Climate Network had the privilege of meeting Messry Lung’atso , Miss Earth air Kenya 2024. Messry, a beauty queen and fashion enthusiast is celebrated for her passion and unwavering commitment to promoting sustainable fashion practice. In  a one-on-on conversation Messry passionately highlighted […]

KWS New Fee System Enhances Inclusivity, Resilience and  Tourist Experience

Kenya Wildlife Service(KWS) has introduced a conservation fee system aimed at promoting inclusivity, financial resilience and increasing tourism experiences and services within the national parks and reserves. People living with disabilities have been exempted from the park entry fees. Children under the age of five and East African citizens will also enjoy free access. Tourist […]

Fake News Alert: No Government Directive on Kaptagat Forest Fencing, Says Ministry

The Ministry of Environment, Climate Change & Forestry has flagged down a fake gazette notice circulating online. The fake  gazette claims that the government has issued a directive on the fencing of Kaptagat forest. The notice further alleges  that the fencing was to commence immediately under official instructions.  In a Facebook post dated 9/9/2025, the […]

CS Rebecca Miano to Launch Astro-Tourism Initiative During Blood Moon in Samburu

Ministry of Tourism ,Kenya has announced partnership with Samburu National Reserve during launch of an astro-tourism initiative. The launch that will happen in the mentioned reserve will coincide with the total lunar eclipse; “blood moon.”  The Ministry shared that the timing of the launch is not a coincidence, “The launch coincides with a total lunar […]

Young Environmentalist Karen Kimani Decries Exclusion From Africa Climate Summit 2

At the tender age of 13, Karen Kimani a young Kenyan environmentalist is already a force to be counted with in the climate movement of Africa. The Kenyan activist found herself speaking out after being left behind at Africa Climate Summit 2 in Ethiopia. Karen was a key child voice at the first Africa Climate […]

Celebrating Women Youth Shaping Climate Policy and Action in Kenya

The Kenyan youth are at the forefront of climate action; mobilising at the grassroot level and national level. Among them are women who are making an impact through leading organisations and campaigns as well as shaping climate policy. At Green Climate Network we are proud to highlight these youth trailblazers who are redefining the climate […]