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2026

Met Office Warns 2026 Could Be Among the Four Warmest Years on Record

The Met Office predicts that 2026 will be one of the four warmest years on record, with an estimated global average temperature of between 1.34°C – 1.58°C.The central estimate is predicted to be 1.46°C which is above the pre-industrial levels but lower than the 1.55°C recorded in 2024.  Dr Nick Dunstone, who participated in the […]

How Can China Deliver on Its 2060 Carbon Neutrality Goal?

President Xi Jinping announced in 2021, announced that China will achieve carbon neutrality goal by 2060, a move that aims to balance greenhouse gas emissions with removals and reduce net emissions across all major sectors, including energy, industry, and transport. “We aim to have CO2 emissions peak before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060,” […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

A UNESCO Volunteer’s Experience at the Mara Osero Conservation Project

On 5/8/2025 , more than 20 World Heritage Volunteers convened at the lush Mara Osero Conservation Project ahead of the 9-day UNESCO volunteer programme.On arrival at the camp, we were welcomed with generous servings of sumptuous, juicy beef from Maasai land. Since it was a cold night, we lit a bonfire and exchanged pleasantries after a […]