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Irvin Jalango

Census: Conversion of wetlands, droughts threaten special birds

The latest data from the census which took place in February and March this year, showed a slight increase in numbers recorded in 2019 during the first census.

Census: Conversion of wetlands, droughts threaten special birds

Plastic ban not helping, environmentalists warn

Plastic ban not helping, environmentalists warn

Research gaps pulling Africa back in climate negotiations

Research gaps pulling Africa back in climate negotiations

Calls for protection of Dakatcha woodland

Calls for protection of Dakatcha woodland

Silent vows as deaf couple weds

Every detail that entailed sound was translated into sign language by interpreters. The ceremony was also translated to Vietnamese to cater to international guests.

Silent vows as deaf couple weds

Plan to regulate carbon trade through Climate Change bill

The Bill seeks to review the Climate Change Act of 2016 to provide for communities to engage and internationally transact on projects and initiatives that reduce and offset generated carbon.

Plan to regulate carbon trade through Climate Change bill

Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize education, experts say

The entry of chatbot, ChatGPT driven by Artificial Intelligence technology there are fears that it might lower problem-solving skills among students.

Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize education, experts say

Young author now seeks to break her second Guinness Book record

It all started with bedtime stories where Bella seemed to have developed a fondness for stories. Bella is now writing her third book which is expected to be released later this year.

Young author now seeks to break her second Guinness Book record

How wild fires are eating up Kenya's forest coverage

Wild fires are not the major cause of deforestation, but are major contributors. Climate change and forest degradation and fragmentation have led to more fire-prone conditions globally.

How wild fires are eating up Kenya's forest coverage

World Earth Day: Google Doodle highlights impact of climate change

The Google Doodle for Earth Day 2023 is also utilising real-time imagery from Google Earth Time-lapse.

World Earth Day: Google Doodle highlights impact of climate change

Counties get Sh1.6bn to fund conservation

Conservation enterprises in 13 counties in the Rift Valley can now access Sh1.6 billion funding for locally-led land restoration projects.

Counties get Sh1.6bn to fund conservation

Scientists bank on birth tracking device to boost conservation of sharks

Researchers say the technology, known as birth-alert-tag, would help establish effective conservation measures for the endangered species.

Scientists bank on birth tracking device to boost conservation of sharks

Scientists in plans to save endangered Taita frog

The Taita Hills warty frog, unlike most frogs, prefers walking to jumping, an attribute that makes it unique. The frog's population is declining and is currently classified as Critically Endangered.

Scientists in plans to save endangered Taita frog

Innovation, teachers behind Kabarak's great KCSE grades

School emerged among the top schools with a mean score of 10.13 in last year’s exam. Principal says innovative teaching ways became a life-changer to many learners

By 2 months ago

Innovation, teachers behind Kabarak's great KCSE grades

Saving the cloud forests of Taita hills from wildfires and drought

Deforestation in Taita hills has had direct impacts on water sources that are now becoming fewer. Vuria recorded 43 per cent forest cover loss during the period, marking the highest record.

By 2 months ago

Saving the cloud forests of Taita hills from wildfires and drought

Nakuru residents raise concerns over poor waste disposal

Residents have raised issues over what they term as failure to control and burning of the waste which has, in turn, resulted in billows of smoke blanketing the surrounding areas.

By 3 months ago

Nakuru residents raise concerns over poor waste disposal

Mau leads in forest fires and illegal activities, Environment CS warns

According to Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Forestry and Climate Change Soipan Tuya, the forest fires continue to intensify across major water towers.

By 3 months ago

Mau leads in forest fires and illegal activities, Environment CS warns

Lovers' Day: From fruity to peachy, red roses evoke love

The emotion that comes with flowers through their scent is what makes them popular.

By 3 months ago

Lovers' Day: From fruity to peachy, red roses evoke love

Family celebrates Moi with his favourite hymns

The memorial was a private family affair that involved close family members and relatives.

By 4 months ago

Family celebrates Moi with his favourite hymns

Late President Moi's memories still alive at Kabarak School of Music

From his love for education, religion, music, and constructive politics, he is remembered as a statesman who believed in empowering a nation through investing in quality education.

By 4 months ago

Late President Moi's memories still alive at Kabarak School of Music

Wetlands under pressure from human activity and pollution

Yala swamp, lakes Ol’Bollosat, Elementaita and Naivasha are threatened by land grabbing. Lack of stringent laws to protect wetlands has left them at the mercy of private investors.

By 4 months ago

Wetlands under pressure from human activity and pollution

Poaching, trafficking cases drop as use of dogs in conservation picks up

The incorporation of dogs in conservation has drastically led to a reduction in poaching. Trained dogs are effective in tracking, patrolling, and detecting poaching hotspots.

By 4 months ago

Poaching, trafficking cases drop as use of dogs in conservation picks up

Moi High School top performers share the secret to stellar grades

School head says students are given regular assessments to test their understanding of topics. In the just-released results, the school posted a mean score of 10.137.

By 4 months ago

Moi High School top performers share the secret to stellar grades

Project launched to save rare fish, marine species

A 2020 report found inadequate enforcement of fishing laws in Kenya and Tanzania is due to lack of compliance capacity and knowledge of protected marine species.

By 4 months ago

Project launched to save rare fish, marine species

Extreme temperatures and low oxygen blamed for fish deaths

The report by the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs last month estimated losses by Kisumu and Homa Bay fish farmers at Sh927,969,000.

By 5 months ago

Extreme temperatures and low oxygen blamed for fish deaths

Climate change effects, drought led to many needing relief food

Experts attribute the 2022 food insecurity crises to widespread below-average crop production failures in both arid and semi-arid areas as well as bread baskets.

By 5 months ago

Climate change effects, drought led to many needing relief food

Trial tests to eradicate invasive birds in Coast record huge success

Eradication of the bird, also known as House Crow, has been an uphill task over the years, coupled with the ban of Stalicide in 2005 by the government.

By 5 months ago

Trial tests to eradicate invasive birds in Coast record huge success

UN report reveals predictable drought, food shortage pattern

Nine-year drought analysis in the country shows the situation has been worsening. Only 1.1 million faced acute food shortage in 2015, but figure now stands at 4.5 million.

By 5 months ago

UN report reveals predictable drought, food shortage pattern

Global baobab powder market will reach Sh1.2tr in five years

It is estimated that a single baobab tree can produce over 1,500 baobab fruits per year.

By 6 months ago

Global baobab powder market will reach Sh1.2tr in five years

Why baobab trees are at risk

Baobab is native to the African continent, typically found in sub-Saharan African countries.

By 6 months ago

Why baobab trees are at risk

Man on a quest to promote East Africa's literature internationally

Kitab Cloud is set to bring back the disappearing African literature and ease online access in a move to preserve indigenous languages.

By 6 months ago

Man on a quest to promote East Africa's literature internationally

High taxes hindering Kenya's literary works abroad - Sharjah Book Authority chair

Custom charges imposed on books and taxation on local publishers and foreigners putting up book fairs for authors and publishers remain prohibitive.

By 6 months ago

High taxes hindering Kenya's literary works abroad - Sharjah Book Authority chair

For only Sh37m, you could walk away with a rare book

Exhibition unveiled and traced the role of knowledge in the rise and growth of civilization. Rare books are kept in a cool and dry place to keep their originality.

By 6 months ago

For only Sh37m, you could walk away with a rare book

For only Sh37m, you could walk away with a rare book at Sharjah

Exhibition unveiled and traced role of knowledge in the rise and growth of civilization. Rare books are kept in a cool and dry place to keep their originality

By 6 months ago

For only Sh37m, you could walk away with a rare book at Sharjah

Funding, visa hitches dim Africa's representation at global book fair

Literary giants from 20 African countries miss the fair after UAE imposed travel ban due to Ebola outbreak. Authors lament that travel expenses have also limited them from attending the event.

By 7 months ago

Funding, visa hitches dim Africa's representation at global book fair

Climate goals still lagging behind, UN report reveals

Greenhouse gas emissions by China, India, Russia, Brazil and Indonesia GHG emissions increased in 2021, exceeding levels before 2019.

By 7 months ago

Climate goals still lagging behind, UN report reveals

Red flag raised over decline of cheetah population in the Mara

Cheetahs are now extinct in 20 countries and occupy only 17 per cent of their historic range

By 7 months ago

Red flag raised over decline of cheetah population in the Mara

Scientists plan to restore flamingo habitats in Kenyan Soda lakes

While African saline lakes are hosts to two species of flamingos, the Greater flamingo and the Lesser flamingo, the two flamingo species differ in their food preferences.

By 7 months ago

Scientists plan to restore flamingo habitats in Kenyan Soda lakes

Shamba system will strip of indigenous forests, kill water sources

Experts say that while Kenya needs timber, the promotion of exotic plantations should not override that of indigenous trees.

By 8 months ago

Shamba system will strip of indigenous forests, kill water sources

Vulnerable nations look forward to impactful talks at 'African CoP'

Countries most affected by climate change hope for tangible commitments. Some 35pc of deaths due to extreme weather over the past 50 years occur in Africa.

By 8 months ago

Vulnerable nations look forward to impactful talks at 'African CoP'

Silent vows as deaf couple weds

Every detail that entailed sound was translated into sign language by interpreters. The ceremony was also translated to Vietnamese to cater to international guests.

Silent vows as deaf couple weds

Plan to regulate carbon trade through Climate Change bill

The Bill seeks to review the Climate Change Act of 2016 to provide for communities to engage and internationally transact on projects and initiatives that reduce and offset generated carbon.

Plan to regulate carbon trade through Climate Change bill

Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize education, experts say

The entry of chatbot, ChatGPT driven by Artificial Intelligence technology there are fears that it might lower problem-solving skills among students.

Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize education, experts say

Young author now seeks to break her second Guinness Book record

It all started with bedtime stories where Bella seemed to have developed a fondness for stories. Bella is now writing her third book which is expected to be released later this year.

Young author now seeks to break her second Guinness Book record

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