×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Kenya’s Boldest Voice
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App
×
The Standard Group PLC The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and international interest.
  • Standard Group Plc HQ Office,
  • The Standard Group Center,Mombasa Road.
  • P.O Box 30080-00100,Nairobi, Kenya.
  • Telephone number: 0203222111, 0719012111
  • Email: corporate@standardmedia.co.ke
NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
Digital News
evewoman
Farm Kenya
Entertainment
Sports
The Nairobian
TV STATIONS
RADIO STATIONS
ENTERPRISE
The Standard

Rapid desertification in Kenya threatening livelihood

By Rawlings Otieno | 13yrs ago

By Rawlings Otieno

Kenya: Drought has eroded the country’s natural resources to an extent that they are inadequate for production and support for livelihoods, Environment Cabinet Secretary Judy Wakhungu has said.

Premium Article

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.

Uncover the stories others won't tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access.
Continue Reading  →
What you get
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimised reading
  • Weekly newsletters & digests
Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payments Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902

Related Topics

National Environment Management Authority desertification Judy Wakhungu
.

Similar Articles

How financing is reshaping Kenya's car import business
How financing is reshaping Kenya's car import business
Kenya’s vehicle import business is drawing new financing arrangements that seek to connect overseas car purchases with shipping, clearance and asset loans once vehicles are registered locally.
Business
By David Njaaga
22 hrs ago
South African firm eyes Kenya with online shops, electric scooter plan
South African firm eyes Kenya with online shops, electric scooter plan
A plan to combine electric scooter financing with free online shops could bring a new business model to Kenya, where a South African company is targeting expansion in 2027.
Business
By David Njaaga
22 hrs ago
The fatal legal blind spot that cost Kakuzi prime Makuyu golf land
The fatal legal blind spot that cost Kakuzi prime Makuyu golf land
For over two decades, Murang'a-based agricultural giant Kakuzi Plc and community golf club Makuyu Club have faced off in a contest worthy of a Masters final round.
Business
By Brian Ngugi
1 day ago
KenGen Board appoints Ronoh Kibet as new CEO
KenGen Board appoints Ronoh Kibet as new CEO
KenGen board appoints Ronoh Kibet Charles as CEO, succeeding Engineer Peter Njenga, who is retiring; he will take office on February 1, 2027.
Business
By Fred Kagonye
2 days ago
New plan proposes global fund to restore trust in institutions
New plan proposes global fund to restore trust in institutions
A new global plan proposes establishing a fund under the United Nations to finance reforms in public institutions, including regulatory bodies.
Business
By Esther Nyambura
3 days ago
Oryx exits Tanzania gas business in asset sale to ASAS
Oryx exits Tanzania gas business in asset sale to ASAS
“Africa remains at the heart of Oryx Energies' business and its long-term ambitions,” said Oryx in a statement.
Business
By Fred Kagonye
3 days ago
Women scientists push for a place in research decisions
Women scientists push for a place in research decisions
Among the 47 women selected for the two-year fellowship is Dr Scovia Adikini, a principal research officer at Uganda’s National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO).
Sci & Tech
By Esther Nyambura
3 days ago
Banks surpass Sh200 billion mark in tax contribution to government
Banks surpass Sh200 billion mark in tax contribution to government
Kenya's banking sector paid a record Sh205.58 billion in taxes in 2025, contributing 8 per cent of Kenya’s government revenue.
Business
By James Wanzala
3 days ago
UAE commits $1 billion to AI projects in Africa
UAE commits $1 billion to AI projects in Africa
United Arab Emirates (UAE) is backing a US$1 billion (Sh129.8 billion) initiative to help African countries use artificial intelligence in education, agriculture and infrastructure.
Sci & Tech
By David Njaaga
3 days ago
East African summit targets skills gaps, cross-border employment
East African summit targets skills gaps, cross-border employment
East African stakeholders are seeking ways to improve skills recognition and labour mobility across the region ahead of the East African Employability Summit scheduled for November 11-12 in Nairobi.
Business
By David Njaaga
4 days ago
.

Latest Stories

How financing is reshaping Kenya's car import business
How financing is reshaping Kenya's car import business
Business
By David Njaaga
22 hrs ago
South African firm eyes Kenya with online shops, electric scooter plan
Business
By David Njaaga
22 hrs ago
The fatal legal blind spot that cost Kakuzi prime Makuyu golf land
Business
By Brian Ngugi
1 day ago
KenGen Board appoints Ronoh Kibet as new CEO
Business
By Fred Kagonye
2 days ago
.

The Standard Insider

.

Digger Classified

GET OUR NEWSLETTER

Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated on the latest developments and special offers!

CONNECT WITH US

FOR THE LATEST JOB ADVERTS

join Digger Classifieds telegram channel
The Standard
© 2026. The Standard Group PLC. All rights reserved