Empower Yourself, Ignite Sustainability
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
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
“Imagine if we let nature thrive within us. Trees shading our homes, grasses softening our steps, and flowers brightening our days. A natural cooling system and a natural source of beauty.” What if this wasn’t just a dream? What if it were a movement starting right from your doorstep? In today’s concrete jungles, fast-paced living … Read more
The land beneath our feet is more than dirt and rocks, it’s the storybook of generations who lived, farmed, and thrived on this earth. In Kenya, long before the advent of modern agriculture and environmental policies, our ancestors developed clever ways to care for the soil and use natural resources wisely. These practices not only … Read more
