Empower Yourself, Ignite Sustainability
How many environmental heroes did you walk past this week without noticing? Did you learn any of their names? And who decided that only certain kinds of work get called “heroic”? I’d guess you passed more of them than you think. Following Mashujaa Day on Tuesday, I’ve been thinking about who we celebrate and who … Read more
What have I actually learned after more than eight years of writing about nature? What’s worked? What hasn’t? And what would I tell myself if I were starting this blog again today? Yesterday was my birthday, and COP17 is in full swing in Armenia. Between the two, I’ve been in a reflective mood. When you … Read more
Who do we call a hero? Do they always wear a uniform? And when did you last thank someone for protecting something you’ll never have to pay for? Today is Mashujaa Day, the day Kenya honours its heroes. It’s also my birthday. I’ve spent this morning with a cup of tea, thinking about what those … Read more
Do the words “COP17” and “COP31” mean anything to you yet? They will soon, whether or not anyone explains them properly. So let’s do that now. A season of summits is about to start. And each one decides something that reaches Kenya, whether or not Kenya is in the room. Our forests, our wetlands, our … Read more
Have you ever planted something and then quietly forgotten about it? Be honest. Most of us have. Kenya plants trees well. We have planting days, planting targets, and planting photos. What we’re less good at is what happens in month three, when the rains stop, the cameras have gone, and nobody’s watching. So let’s talk … Read more
A year after Mazingira Day 2025, do we know how many of the trees planted are still alive? Here’s how to find out, and what to ask our leaders. Quick take Do you recall the tree that was planted during the previous Mazingira Day? Are you aware of its current status? Furthermore, if I were … Read more
Nairobi National Park, despite its protective designation, suffers from urban pollution. This highlights the shared responsibility for pollution affecting conservation areas. We must support clean-up efforts, educate others, and engage youth to safeguard our environment from waste.
Do you think a rhino can lobby for its own habitat?
It can’t. That’s the whole point.
If you had to be an animal for a week, which one would you be and why? There is a question that sounds like small talk until you actually sit with it. If you had to be an animal for a week, which one would you be, and why? I have turned this over on … Read more
Today marks a significant milestone in conservation, and we have reason to celebrate. Renowned artist Ellie Goulding and her collaborators, including Kenyan actor-musician Bien Aimé, have successfully raised Sh52 million for wildlife and habitat protection in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This achievement is a beacon of hope, not just for the Congo but for … Read more
