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Mactilda Mbenywe

COP28 breaks new ground with plans of first Health Day

Air pollution alone is responsible for seven million excess deaths annually, with vulnerable communities bearing the brunt.

COP28 breaks new ground with plans of first Health Day

Livestock reduction as a climate change solution sparks summit debate

Livestock reduction as a climate change solution sparks summit debate

UAE to provide clean energy to 100 million Africans by 2035

UAE to provide clean energy to 100 million Africans by 2035

Global call for climate-aligned budget allocations gains momentum

Global call for climate-aligned budget allocations gains momentum

Africa's vast mineral resources remain untapped - Summit told

At over 5500 exajoules per year, Africa boasts 44.8 per cent of the world's total technical potential for renewable energy.

Africa's vast mineral resources remain untapped - Summit told

Calls for a common African currency to tackle climate crisis

Experts indicated that currency could stimulate economic growth, enhance access to capital markets, and reduce risks for international investors, all while promoting regional cooperation.

Calls for a common African currency to tackle climate crisis

High stakes for continent as Africa Climate Summit starts

The three-day summit themed “Driving Green Growth and Climate Finance Solutions for Africa and the World” organised by the African Union Commission in collaboration with Kenya

High stakes for continent as Africa Climate Summit starts

Surviving the scorch: Wild dogs cannot hunt as heat keeps rising

African wild dogs can no longer hunt due to rising temperatures, and a smaller number of pups are surviving in the heat.

Surviving the scorch: Wild dogs cannot hunt as heat keeps rising

Why the Africa Climate meet matters to Kenyans

Kenya is grappling with the harsh realities of climate change. Prolonged droughts have decimated crops and water sources, leading to food insecurity and economic instability

Why the Africa Climate meet matters to Kenyans

Nairobi's environmental woes: Will city find respite?

While global leaders and experts gather to discuss the future of climate change, the host is struggling to find remedies for its own wounds

Nairobi's environmental woes: Will city find respite?

Moon pledges support for Mukuru kwa Reuben's climate crisis struggles

The former UN Secretary-General has pledged his commitment to mobilising additional resources to tackle the pressing challenges faced by the residents of Mukuru.

Moon pledges support for Mukuru kwa Reuben's climate crisis struggles

High expectations as 24 presidents, dignitaries meet at climate conference in Nairobi

The Inaugural Africa Climate Summit (ACS) 2023 will be held under the theme “Driving Green Growth and Climate Finance Solutions for Africa and the World.”

High expectations as 24 presidents, dignitaries meet at climate conference in Nairobi

Sakaja unveils ambitious green building pledge at Summit pre-event

Green construction is a building approach that focuses on creating structures and spaces using materials, designs, and practices that reduce the negative impact on the environment

Sakaja unveils ambitious green building pledge at Summit pre-event

Wangari Maathai Institute opens amid rife in the environmental sector

Kenya is still facing environmental governance and conservation challenges that the late Prof Wangari Maathai battled throughout her professional life

Wangari Maathai Institute opens amid rife in the environmental sector

World-leading economies race to close climate financing target

World-leading economies are rolling up their sleeves to achieve a Sh345.6 trillion ($2.4 trillion) annual investment by 2030 in a bid to address the climate crisis.

World-leading economies race to close climate financing target

Dissecting Africa's bold climate finance plan

Africa urges multinational development banks to rethink their lending and debt management strategies. The goal is to prevent further debt distress in Africa.

Dissecting Africa's bold climate finance plan

Fish waste initiative lives on despite supply challenges

With fish skin, bones, and scales posing an environmental menace, the women approached a fish fillet processing plant, which gladly started supplying them with fish waste.

Fish waste initiative lives on despite supply challenges

Africa Climate Summit gains steam ahead of September event

The Summit, scheduled for September, is gaining momentum as it surpasses its delegate target, attracting interest from around the world.

Africa Climate Summit gains steam ahead of September event

As record heat grips world, weatherman announces El Nino rains

Kenya Met Department has issued a high-probability warning for El Niño conditions in the country from October to December

As record heat grips world, weatherman announces El Nino rains

What are 'El Nio' and 'La Nina' all about?

Alternating irregularly between warm El Niño and cold La Nina phases, it brings about shifts in ocean surface temperature and disrupts wind and rainfall patterns

By 2 months ago

What are 'El Nio' and 'La Nina' all about?

Sodom apple invades Tsavo's pristine landscape

Nearly five acres of the conservancy’s pristine landscape have been ravaged by the relentless invasion of the Sodom Apple.

By 2 months ago

Sodom apple invades Tsavo's pristine landscape

Bush meat hunting threatens antelope survival

As the hungry shadows of poverty loom large over the local communities, the race to feed their families has inadvertently become a threat to the very existence of these endangered species.

By 2 months ago

Bush meat hunting threatens antelope survival

Cop28 president urges donor countries to fulfil 100billion dollar climate finance pledge

About 70,000 participants expected, including heads of state, industry leaders, youth representatives As Cop28 president urges donor countries to fulfil USD100B climate finance pledge

By 2 months ago

Cop28 president urges donor countries to fulfil 100billion dollar climate finance pledge

Nations aim to zero out shipping emissions by 2050

Negotiators from countries around the world reached an agreement to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions from the shipping industry by as close to 2050 as possible.

By 2 months ago

Nations aim to zero out shipping emissions by 2050

Pollution to profits: The A-Z of carbon markets

Carbon markets, also known as emissions trading systems are market-based approaches designed to incentivise the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

By 2 months ago

Pollution to profits: The A-Z of carbon markets

Climate change amplifies food price hikes, hits vulnerable communities

Amidst rising food prices, Kenyan communities are grappling with the impacts of climate change and facing significant challenges in adapting to these changes

By 2 months ago

Climate change amplifies food price hikes, hits vulnerable communities

Hidden cost of textile, mitumba industries that threaten environment

Environmental damage created by textile manufacturing is increasing, according to a UNEP report. Fashion and textile industry is the second-largest polluter in the world, after the oil industry

By 2 months ago

Hidden cost of textile, mitumba industries that threaten environment

Angololo and Rusumo projects: Catalysts for regional integration amid setbacks

Transboundary multibillion-dollar hydropower projects have emerged as a catalyst for regional integration, creating opportunities for collaboration and shared benefits between neighbouring nations.

By 2 months ago

Angololo and Rusumo projects: Catalysts for regional integration amid setbacks

How gender inequality is linked to environment

Women and girls depend heavily on natural resources for their livelihoods and the scarcity and degradation of these resources due to climate change pose significant challenges.

By 2 months ago

How gender inequality is linked to environment

Study: Shipping can halve emissions without disrupting trade

According to the study, ships can achieve an impressive 36-47 per cent reduction in emissions by 2030. Civil society groups are calling on the IMO member states to support the ambitious goal

By 2 months ago

Study: Shipping can halve emissions without disrupting trade

Bonn conference concludes amid unfulfilled promises

Developing countries argued that discussions on finance should take precedence. Revealed the ongoing struggle between developed and developing nations in climate negotiations

By 3 months ago

Bonn conference concludes amid unfulfilled promises

Floods, drought spur mental health crisis

From droughts to floods, the changing climate is leaving its mark on the mental health of those directly affected, painting a haunting portrait of despair and resilience.

By 3 months ago

Floods, drought spur mental health crisis

Urgent demands at Bonn Conference to address climate-related loss and damage

Bonn Climate Change Conference has become a crucial platform for experts and activists to rally for a paradigm shift in climate action.

By 3 months ago

Urgent demands at Bonn Conference to address climate-related loss and damage

How hotter, drier climates fuel disastrous forest fires

While agriculture remains the leading driver of forest cover loss, 2017 stands out as the year when Kenya experienced the most significant tree cover loss due to fires.

By 3 months ago

How hotter, drier climates fuel disastrous forest fires

Melting glaciers on East Africa's mountains a threat to ecosystems

Glaciers on Mounts Kenya, Kilimanjaro and Rwenzori could disappear by the 2040s, scientists warn. Loss of these glaciers poses a significant threat to life, agriculture, hydropower generation

By 3 months ago

Melting glaciers on East Africa's mountains a threat to ecosystems

Environment Day: Porous borders thriving Illegal plastic trade, undermining Kenya's environmental gains

This illegal trade has been flourishing, posing a significant challenge to the gains achieved since the plastic ban was implemented.

By 3 months ago

Environment Day: Porous borders thriving Illegal plastic trade, undermining Kenya's environmental gains

Why teargas and burning tyres are harmful to humans

While many consider this a form of protest or frustration, the consequences of burning tyres appear to have far-reaching effects on the environment and human health, according to experts.

By 4 months ago

Why teargas and burning tyres are harmful to humans

Wetlands, the life support system of our ecosystems

Two of the victims died in hospital while seven others died at home, according to a report by the Department of Health.

By 4 months ago

Wetlands, the life support system of our ecosystems

How women are protecting environment through craft

The use of natural fibres means that sisal arts have a low carbon footprint, and the production process does not involve any harmful chemicals

By 4 months ago

How women are protecting environment through craft

Green shipping: Silver bullet to Africa's climate change woes

From the use of cleaner fuels to the adoption of digital platforms and the incorporation of solar power into port operations, the race for greener shipping is on.

By 4 months ago

Green shipping: Silver bullet to Africa's climate change woes

Why taking less meat could reduce earth global warming

Meat accounts for 60 per cent of greenhouse gases from food production. Study shows current meat consumption is equivalent to having about 29 million vehicles on the road.

By 5 months ago

Why taking less meat could reduce earth global warming

Kenya, Morocco begin end of fossil fuels as global wind and solar power increases

A report released today reveals a remarkable increase that signals a growing trend toward renewable energy adoption across the world.

By 5 months ago

Kenya, Morocco begin end of fossil fuels as global wind and solar power increases

Sweden poised to become first 'smoke-free' country in Europe

The Swedish approach could save 3.5 million lives in the next decade if other EU countries adopt similar measures, according to the report's authors.

By 5 months ago

Sweden poised to become first 'smoke-free' country in Europe

African Judiciaries meeting in Nairobi to discuss climate change litigation

Ruto asked African judiciaries to collaborate to effectively deal with disputes, standards, rights, and responsibilities related to natural resources, financing climate action, carbon trading.

By 5 months ago

African Judiciaries meeting in Nairobi to discuss climate change litigation

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