At the moment, teachers say many pupils arrive at school without breakfast, making it difficult to concentrate or participate in class.
The opening session set a decisive tone for a week expected to influence global environmental governance for years.
According to the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey, parts of northern Kenya still record some of the highest FGM rates in the country.
To support vulnerable learners amid rising costs, the "Birdies for Education" charity golf tournament was held to raise funds for school fees and meals for thousands of children in Kenya and Uganda.
Across Africa, blended finance has been promoted as a response to a widening development financing gap, particularly in infrastructure and climate-related projects.