Why Developers and Communities Hold the Key to Urban Tree Equity in Nairobi

Why Developers and Communities Hold the Key to Urban Tree Equity in Nairobi

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

Imagine If We Let Nature Thrive Within Us

“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

Traditional Practices That Conserved Our Soil and Natural Resources

Traditional Practices That Conserved Our Soil and Natural Resources

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

How Our Ancestors Warned Us About Climate Change

How Our Ancestors Warned Us About Climate Change

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

Turn Waste Into Wealth: How Ecoloop Solutions Africa is Transforming Composting with Aerobin

Turn Waste Into Wealth: How Ecoloop Solutions Africa is Transforming Composting with Aerobin

At Eco Advocate, we’re all about sustainable living, practical eco-solutions, and community resilience. That’s why we’re thrilled to spotlight a revolutionary partner in the waste management space – Ecoloop Solutions Africa. They’re closing the loop on waste with a powerful solution: Aerobin Organic Composters – a game changer for households, schools, restaurants, and urban farmers … Read more

Nature Always Heals Itself—But Will Humanity Be Part of Its Future?

Nature Always Heals Itself—But Will Humanity Be Part of Its Future?

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

Reconnecting with Nature

Reconnecting with Nature

Climate change is no longer a distant threat or a theoretical concept—it is here, and its impacts are being felt across Africa. We have witnessed the gradual but undeniable shifts in our environment. The rains no longer come when they should, droughts last longer, and floods devastate communities with increasing frequency. Our elders speak of … Read more

Earth Hour 2025: Turn Off the Lights, Turn On Climate Protection

Earth Hour 2025: Turn Off the Lights, Turn On Climate Protection

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

5 Simple Ways to Live Sustainably While Working in the Office

5 Simple Ways to Live Sustainably While Working in the Office

At The Eco Advocate, we believe that small changes can make a big difference. Whether you’re working in a bustling Nairobi office or a quiet workspace in Mombasa, adopting sustainable habits can help protect our planet while saving you money. Here are five easy, practical tips to live more sustainably while at work—perfect for busy professionals … Read more

How African Women Are Driving Climate Action and Sustainability

How African Women Are Driving Climate Action and Sustainability

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