Government moves to calm fears after Ruto ends logging ban

The Ministry of Environment has moved to reassure the public amid growing concerns over President William Ruto's recent decision to lift the logging ban, insisting that the policy shift does not pave the way for the destruction of Kenya's forests.

Speaking during a stakeholder engagement meeting with sawmillers, Environment Cabinet Secretary Debora Barasa said the government's position remains anchored in sustainability, regulation, and long-term restoration of degraded ecosystems.