Kenya rallies against climate change mess

Austin Onyango (left) outside Odenya Mixed Day Secondary School at Pombo in Nyando where the village was submerged by water from the overflow of Lake Victoria. [Michael Mute, Standard]

In response to the escalating climatic shocks that have besieged Kenya in recent years, the government has announced a substantial allocation of Sh5.9 billion to combat climate change.

This move underscores the nation's recognition of the urgent need to address environmental challenges, particularly in the face of extreme shocks like droughts and floods.