Government to spend Sh48 billion in planting Sh1.8 billion trees by 2022

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Tobiko said the Western Conservancy, with approximately 8,4818.7 acres under trees, is the leading conservancy in the country. He said the conservancy's success has been made possible by the partnership between locals and the government. The CS also thanked the Kakamega government and that of Vihiga for pledging to contribute Sh100 million and Sh30 million, respectively, towards the fencing of Kakamega Forest. It is the only tropical forest left in the country. At the same launch, Kenya Forest Service (KFS) Chief Conservator John Rono said his agency has produced more than 21.7 million seedlings, while another 9.84 million have been provided by KFS partners.For More of This and Other Stories, Grab Your Copy of the Standard Newspaper.
Mr Rono said the seedlings would be planted during both the short and long rains next year.Do not miss out on the latest news. Join the Standard Digital Telegram channel HERE.