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cop30; Heat stress could wipe away about 80 milion jobs

COP30: In 5 Years, Heat Stress Could Wipe 80M Jobs

The UN climate conference in Belém, Brazil, COP30, world leaders took action to confront the growing threat of extreme heat.During the conference, the leaders agreed to the Global Cooling Pledge aimed at reducing cooling-related emissions by 68% by 2050. The Global Cooling Watch 2025 report from UNEP predicts that cooling demand could more than triple […]

A photo of Wilberforce Seguton and other partners during the launch of the Husika App

Husika App: An Early Warning System for Climate Disaster Alerts

Climate change is a reality that’s shaping every aspect of our lives.  One of the biggest challenges we are dealing with is the growing unpredictability of weather patterns. The growing effects and impacts of global climate change have made technological advancements significant in combatting environmental challenges.   Climate scientists are fighting to develop tools and apps […]

OAFLAD launching the Building Resilience campaign

UNGA80: OAFLAD Launches #BuildingResilience for Gender-Inclusive Climate Action

The Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) has launched a new campaign #BuildingResilience  to tackle the rising dual crises of climate change and conflict, that continue to affect women and girls across Africa.  The launch was unveiled at a side event on 23 September 2025, at the Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice […]

Photo of a man using a plastic bag to carry goods

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 […]

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 […]

Littering in Nairobi CBD to Attract Immediate Arrest, Warns Geoffrey Mosiria

Nairobi City County is going hard on cleanliness in the Central Business District (CBD. Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria said that anyone who is caught littering rather than using the newly installed bins will be arrested. The plastic litter bins that are not resaleable were introduced by the county last week, with the implication that […]

IGAD Weather Forecast for October – December Across  Greater Horn of Africa

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) have released their seasonal forecast for October to December 2025, indicating below-normal rainfall and warmer-than-usual conditions across most parts of the Greater Horn of Africa. The rainfall outlook highlights a reduction in rainfall expected with regions like Southern and Central […]