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Topic: Environmental

Environmentalist Hillary Kiplagat plants record-breaking 23,326 trees in 24 hours

By Tania Omusale   2026-04-23 16:11:22

Hillary Kiplagat Kibiwott planted 23,326 trees in 24 hours at Kaptagat Forest, surpassing the existing mark as he awaits official Guinness World Records confirmation.

Environmentalists protest over plan to relocate Nairobi Animal Orphanage

By Boniface Gikandi   2026-03-30 10:41:09

Environmentalists are opposing plans to relocate the Nairobi Animal Orphanage, citing concerns over transparency and the Bomas Centre development.

Crawford among 42 ADvTECH schools feted for environmental education

By Juliet Omelo   2026-03-20 10:50:21

ADvTECH was recognised for the scale and impact of its implementation of the Eco-Schools programme, a global initiative promoting environmental stewardship in learning institutions.

Environmental activist distributes diaper storage bags to curb pollution

By Marion Kithi   2026-02-18 13:05:24

An environmental activist has launched an initiative to distribute special diaper storage bags to Kilifi residents to curb pollution caused by the improper disposal of used diapers.

Young innovator turns plastic menace into environmental solution

By Ken Gachuhi   2026-01-28 20:01:03

The innovation by Elvis Otieno, 20, aimed at dealing with the plastic waste menace, is likely to change the face of London estate, which borders Nakuru’s Gioto dumpsite.

How to turn environmental warnings into solutions

By Gideon Behar   2026-01-17 11:50:41

Over 80 per cent of Kenya is classified as arid or semi-arid, yet agriculture remains the backbone of livelihoods.