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Safaricom PLC Launches KES 40 Billion Fixed Rate Green Notes to Accelerate Climate-Smart Investments

Safaricom PLC has launched its first tranche of Fixed rate Green Notes under the Domestic Medium Term Note Programme (MTN Programme) of up to KES 40 Billion. Thi bold step in climate financing seeks to raise an amount of KES 15 Billion in addition to a KES 5 Billion green shoe option to strengthen the […]

Mashujaa Day 2025: Kenya Honours Environmental Heroes on National Heroes Day

This National Heroes Day, Kenya celebrates a new generation of heroes and heroines whose efforts to protect the environment continue to shape the nation’s sustainable future. The  National Heroes Council has identified these individuals for their outstanding contributions to environmental conservation, from restoring natural forests and managing waste to promoting clean energy and protecting endangered wildlife. […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]