How Yala swamp farmers are adapting to climate change
Climate farmers in Kanyibok are part of the 165 farmers practising climate-smart initiatives, activities that are slowly changing the face of the Yala ecosystem.
By Caroline Chebet 4 months ago
How Yala swamp farmers are adapting to climate change
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6,290 hectares of forest lost in 1 year: Report
The latest deforestation alerts in September and October this year were reported across Narok, Nakuru, Kericho Elgeiyo-Marakwet and Nyamira counties.
By Caroline Chebet 5 months ago
6,290 hectares of forest lost in 1 year: Report
Kabarak, Strathmore to train small businesses
The partnership is part of the implementation of the Kenya Small Business Development Centres, a USAID program being implemented by Strathmore University Business School.
By Caroline Chebet 5 months ago
Kabarak, Strathmore to train small businesses
Government to establish wildlife database
The integrated database is a tool targeted at informing policies in a move to reverse the decline of wildlife species across the country.
By Caroline Chebet and Anthony Gitonga 5 months ago
Government to establish wildlife database
Specialist group formed to boost wildlife conservation
The government has launched a specialist group to compile information on wildlife and conservation actions for policy formulations.
By Caroline Chebet 5 months ago
Specialist group formed to boost wildlife conservation
Elephants, Rhino population on the increase after years of poaching
The recovery has been attributed to conservation efforts, heightened security and the use of community policing in protecting wild animals.
By Antony Gitonga and Caroline Chebet 5 months ago
Elephants, Rhino population on the increase after years of poaching
President Ruto directs for wildlife policy review
President William Ruto has ordered for a review of laws and policies to tackle challenges being experienced in the wildlife sector.
By Caroline Chebet 5 months ago
President Ruto directs for wildlife policy review
More black rhino sanctuaries to be created to curb fights for territory
Rhino populations in six sanctuaries, Ngulia, Nairobi, Lake Nakuru, Solio, Ol Pejeta and Lewa are beyond optimum carrying capacity.
By Caroline Chebet 5 months ago
More black rhino sanctuaries to be created to curb fights for territory
Mangrove heroes restoring ecosystems one seedling at a time
Beneath the clear morning skies in Chara, a village on the edge of the Indian Ocean in Tana River County, footprints spread across vast mudflats to create a web that leads into the mangroves.
By Caroline Chebet 5 months ago
Mangrove heroes restoring ecosystems one seedling at a time
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Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually
Statistics reveal that crops such as maize, wheat, coffee, potatoes, and tomatoes have the highest pesticide usage, predominantly relying on highly hazardous pesticides.
By Caroline Chebet 6 months ago
Revealed: Kenya spends Sh11b to import toxic pesticides annually
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Banks fuelling climate crises by funding harmful projects - report
The report titled "How Finance Flows" tracked financial flows from banks to fossil fuels and industrial agriculture in 134 developing countries.
By Caroline Chebet 6 months ago
Banks fuelling climate crises by funding harmful projects - report
The critical role played by trees in regulating climate patterns
Marmanet forest which was initially 30,488 hectares in 1990 has reduced by over 40 per cent of its forest cover. Mau forest complex is hardest hit by forest excisions, illegal settlements.
By Caroline Chebet 6 months ago
The critical role played by trees in regulating climate patterns
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New funding model threatens survival of private universities
Private institutions urge government to review funding formula which takes effect next month. Under new plan, those joining private universities won't be eligible for scholarships.
By Caroline Chebet and Lewis Nyaundi 6 months ago
New funding model threatens survival of private universities
Meet Logos Hope, the floating library
MV Logos Hope, in her travels to thousands of ports across the world to promote literacy and education, will dock in Mombasa on August 21 for a two-week treat.
By Caroline Chebet 7 months ago
Meet Logos Hope, the floating library
Cases of people seeking climate justice on the rise, says report
Kenyan cases are part of the growing number of climate change cases which have since doubled since the first report on the issue, from 884 in 2017 to 2,180 in 2022.
By Caroline Chebet 7 months ago
Cases of people seeking climate justice on the rise, says report
Invasive snail threatens rice fields - study
The invasion of apple snails, which was first reported in the county in 2019, had reduced rice yields by up to 14 per cent and net rice income by up to 60 per cent.
By Caroline Chebet 7 months ago
Invasive snail threatens rice fields - study
Plastics at almost all of world's coral reefs - study
Plastic pollution along the major coastal beaches remains a major challenge. Poor disposal of fishing gear, he said, remains rampant and needs regulations.
By Caroline Chebet 8 months ago
Plastics at almost all of world's coral reefs - study
Giraffe subspecies inbreeding themselves to extinction
Masai giraffes, which are listed as 'vulnerable' and are extinct in seven African countries, may be more endangered than previously thought and are, in fact, facing a new threat to their future
By Caroline Chebet 8 months ago
Giraffe subspecies inbreeding themselves to extinction
Carbon markets stakeholders launch rulebook
Claims Code ensures companies buying the carbon credits select carbon credits that meet stringent quality thresholds and disclose information supporting claims
By Caroline Chebet 8 months ago
Carbon markets stakeholders launch rulebook
Saving forests: Experts decry, praise lifting of logging ban as regulations are rolled out
Some say lifting of the ban might have detrimental effects on indigenous forests; call on government to release an official statement detailing forests in which logging will be allowed.
By Caroline Chebet 8 months ago
Saving forests: Experts decry, praise lifting of logging ban as regulations are rolled out
Diverse forest ecosystems vital for conservation, climate checks
The continued depletion of the country's forests can however result in water insecurity. This is not a new phenomenon as the degradation of Kenyan forests has been experienced before.
By Caroline Chebet 8 months ago
Diverse forest ecosystems vital for conservation, climate checks
How the carbon credits market is now a rewarding venture for firms
Countries and big organisations are paid for reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. Such initiatives include reforestation, renewable energy and climate smart agriculture.
By Caroline Chebet 8 months ago
How the carbon credits market is now a rewarding venture for firms
Saudi firms buy 2.2m tonnes of carbon credit in Nairobi auction
A carbon credit sells at Sh870 and they sold more than 2.2 million, which translates to more than Sh1.9 billion.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
Saudi firms buy 2.2m tonnes of carbon credit in Nairobi auction
'Melting bag' that could be the answer to nagging plastics menace
The bags are currently being produced locally and could solve the challenge posed by pollution.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
'Melting bag' that could be the answer to nagging plastics menace
Sosian set to be first IPP to tap geothermal and sell electricity
A local Independent Power Producing (IPP) Company is set to commission 35 megawatts of electricity from the Menengai geothermal wells by July this year.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
Sosian set to be first IPP to tap geothermal and sell electricity
Renewable energy: DP Gachagua seeks partners for geothermal venture
The government is seeking partners to develop the country's geothermal energy potential, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
Renewable energy: DP Gachagua seeks partners for geothermal venture
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.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
Census: Conversion of wetlands, droughts threaten special birds
Plastic ban not helping, environmentalists warn
Kenya is still grappling with plastic pollution from other forms of plastics as well as influx of illegal plastics still finding their way into the country.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
Plastic ban not helping, environmentalists warn
Calls for protection of Dakatcha woodland
It is one of the places globally where the endangered Clarke's weaver bird is found. Besides hosting some of the endangered species, it is one of the major carbon sinks in Coast.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
Calls for protection of Dakatcha woodland
Research gaps pulling Africa back in climate negotiations
The high cost of publishing climate-related content in top research journals has continued to widen research gaps in Africa, climate experts have said.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
Research gaps pulling Africa back in climate negotiations
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.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
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.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
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.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
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.
By Caroline Chebet 9 months ago
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.
By Caroline Chebet 10 months ago
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.
By Caroline Chebet 10 months ago
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.
By Caroline Chebet 11 months ago
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.
By Caroline Chebet 11 months ago
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.
By Caroline Chebet 11 months ago
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 Caroline Chebet 11 months ago
Innovation, teachers behind Kabarak's great KCSE grades
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