38 million trees planted as Meru races to restore degraded forests

People plant trees at Ruthumbi forest station in South Imenti, Meru. [Phares Mutembei, Standard]

Over 38.1 million trees have been planted in Meru’s nine forest blocks since the launch of the 15 billion tree cover initiative programme in December 2022.

Occupying close to 100,000 hectares, the Meru forested landscape experienced degradation, including illegal logging, invasive species, and human activities.