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Vihiga County passes new law empowering communities to lead climate action

Vihiga Governor Wilber Ottichilo (left) handing over signed Vihiga County Climate Change Act documents to Environment and Climate Change Executive Mulongo Onzere while Deputy Governor Wilberforce Kitiezo watched at the back at the Mbale on April 8 2025. (Brian Kisanji, Standard)

Vihiga County has stepped up efforts to address environmental challenges following the adoption of the Vihiga County Climate Change Act, 2025.

The Act, endorsed by Governor Wilber Ottichilo, establishes a comprehensive framework to mobilise climate financing, strengthen collaboration among stakeholders, and integrate climate action into the county's development agenda.

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