Empower Yourself, Ignite Sustainability
In every movement advocating for change, we often experience moments of inner discomfort, an unsettling feeling when observing how others engage in advocacy or protest. This discomfort is typically misinterpreted as judgment, disagreement or even a sense of superiority. However, it is frequently a deeper, more intimate awareness; a gentle reminder that we, too, possess … Read more
A Kenyan Perspective on Climate Action As we navigate the challenges posed by climate change, Kenya faces pressing issues such as droughts, erratic rainfall and the degradation of our ecosystems. However, in the face of these challenges, innovative partnerships are emerging that aim to secure a better future for our environment. One particularly inspiring initiative … Read more
Imagine two neighborhoods in the same city. One is a green haven with mature trees lining its streets, cool shaded walkways and the calming sound of birds. The other? It bakes under the unforgiving sun, paved from edge to edge, offering no shelter from the heat. This isn’t some metaphorical contrast pulled from a dystopian … Read more
The climate crisis is not a problem where all nations stand on equal footing. In fact, those who have contributed least to global greenhouse gas emissions primarily the countries of the Global South are often the ones most affected. Floods, droughts, food insecurity and loss of livelihoods strike hardest in Africa, Asia and small island … Read more
The land has always told stories in the heart of Kenya, where vast savannahs meet rolling hills. Stories whispered by the rustling leaves of the muratina tree, carried by the migratory birds crossing the skies, and etched into the rhythms of the seasons. Long before climate change became a global buzzword, our ancestors, farmers, pastoralists, … Read more
Climate doom is everywhere. Headlines scream of collapsing ecosystems, rising temperatures, and political inaction. It’s easy to fall into despair—to believe that all is lost. But here’s a hard truth: Nature doesn’t need us to survive. It never has. Earth has endured mass extinctions, ice ages, and asteroid impacts. Life always finds a way. Forests regrow … Read more
Every year, millions of people around the world come together for one powerful hour to make a statement about the future of our planet. Earth Hour, observed on the last Saturday of March, is more than just a symbolic gesture—it’s a global movement that unites individuals, communities, and organizations in the fight against climate change. … Read more
Every year on March 22, the world comes together to celebrate World Water Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of this vital resource. In 2025, the theme is “Glacier Preservation”—a timely and critical focus as glaciers, the Earth’s frozen reservoirs, face unprecedented threats from climate … Read more
Across Africa, women are at the forefront of climate action, proving time and again that they are not just victims of climate change but powerful agents of change. From planting trees to advocating for climate justice, African women are restoring land, revolutionizing energy use, and preserving indigenous knowledge for a sustainable future. Their resilience, innovation, … Read more
Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it’s a present reality. Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and dwindling natural resources are reshaping our world, disproportionately affecting those with the least economic power. Yet, as the urgency to act grows, so does the skepticism surrounding the sincerity of global leaders and their climate initiatives. One of … Read more