Famers should capitalize on the upcoming short rains by planting certified, early-maturing, and climate-resilient seed varieties that can thrive within the limited rainfall period.This year, Kenya anticipates below-normal harvests due to prolonged drought and poor seasonal rains, leading to significant crop failures in various regions.In light of these challenges, experts
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Kenya Weather Forecast: Dry August, Heavy El Niño Rains Expected in October
The upcoming forecast from the Meteorological Department indicates that most regions across the country will remain dry through August and September, with scattered rains expected to begin in October.The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has highlighted that a strengthening El Niño, coupled with a positive Indian Ocean Dipole, will likely lead
St. Teresa Equator Senior School Launches Hug the Earth Tree Nursery in Nyeri County
Nyeri, Kenya – 6th July 2026St. Teresa Equator Senior School in Nyeri County has launched the Hug the Earth Tree Nursery, an environmental initiative aimed at nurturing climate-conscious learners and promoting sustainability within the school community. Hosted by the principal Ms. Margaret Munene, the event brought together leaders from education, government,
Kenya Wins Rights to Host World Geothermal Congress 2029
Kenya has proudly secured the rights to host the prestigious World Geothermal Congress (WGC) 2029 in Nairobi, a significant milestone for its energy sector and a testament to its status as Africa’s geothermal leader.Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira announced this exciting achievement while leading the Kenyan delegation at the 2026
Investing in Nature for Africa’s Future
When we discuss infrastructure in Africa, we confidently highlight roads, ports, power grids, and digital networks. Governments allocate budgets, development banks provide funding, and policymakers assess their efficiency and returns. Everyone agrees: meaningful economic growth hinges on strong infrastructure.But there's one crucial type of infrastructure we often neglect: nature.This isn’t
Methane Emissions Could Drive Surge in Air Pollution Deaths in Africa
A professional warns that air pollution-related deaths will escalate if emissions are not addressed.Dr. Anderson Kehbila, the research director for the Africa cluster on energy and climate change at the Stockholm Environment Institute, stated at a Nairobi seminar that deaths will rise if methane emissions remain unaddressed.He emphasized, “Climate action
NEMA Arrests 13 Kitui Facility Owners Over Missing Licenses
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has apprehended 13 individuals operating facilities in Kitui County without the necessary environmental licenses. In a statement released on their X handle on Thursday, May 14, 2026, NEMA explained that these arrests followed a series of environmental inspections conducted across various hotels, hospitals, and
Mathioya Landslide Victims to Get Support From Govt
The government has committed to fully supporting families displaced by landslides in the Mathioya constituency of Murang’a County as heavy rains continue to affect the region.Mathioya MP Edwin Mugo announced that the government will rebuild homes and replace livestock for families impacted by the recent landslides, which left numerous individuals
Kenya Rains to Ease After May, Says Edward Muriuki
The Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts that heavy rains will likely subside after next week. Acting Director Edward Muriuki stated that while the rains may persist in various regions through early May, they are expected to diminish later in the month. Muriuki explained that this pattern is typical, as May generally
A Revolutionary Rooted in Soil and Spirit: Reviewing ‘Shawry for Trees’
I have never been a fan of history classes. Dates, names, and timelines always felt boring—like stories belonging to another world, not mine. But sitting in the audience watching Shawry for Trees: The Roots of a Revolutionary by Too Early For Birds, I realized something: history is not boring when it is