Kenya was officially appointed as the Third Vice President of the Sahara and Sahel Observatory (OSS) Board, a significant move
Adoption of renewable energy, especially solar, is a towering success in Kenya. Pay-as-you-go (PAYG) solar, like SunKing and M-Kopa, has revolutionized energy access for many low-income households, making Kenya a global model for off-grid solar systems. However, this rising…
Eight years ago, Samsung Electronics East Africa ventured out to plant and care for 10,000 indigenous trees in Nairobi’s Karura Forest
Daughter of the Soil documentary comes at a vital moment for Sub-Saharan Africa, where there’s significant progress in the inclusion of women
In the hills of Kakamega, Oliver Mukunza, a dairy farmer, has discovered that simple practices, such as ensuring cow comfort, can make a significant difference in defining success. The low-cost innovations are championed by the Sustainable Animal and Aquatic…
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) has announced that it has expanded its operational footprint in East Africa with the establishment of a new office in Kenya. The expansion complements its existing regional presence in Ethiopia, where it has…
CGIAR Science Week hosts a strategic dialogue on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion to show the efforts toward bridging of the gap
Deep in the heart of Dandora, in Nairobi’s Eastlands area, John Mwangi stands over the rubble that used to be home. He picks up a stone and throws it into the fast-moving Mathare River, sighing in exasperation, a victim…
The melting of glaciers, combined with ocean warming, is accelerating sea level rise, increasing the vulnerability of coastal communities
Imarisha Ngong Forest Project aims to create a lasting impact that benefits both the environment and the community dependent on the ecosystem