As the local community takes ownership of South-west Mau’s forest, there are signs of environmental recovery after years of deforestation. Progress is being made in sustainable beekeeping practices, which provide alternative livelihoods and reduce forest dwellers’ dependence on destructive activities. Grace Chepkemoi Kogei smiles shyly as Kass Media’s camera is adjusted to film her. She […]
Rotterdam, 28 May 2024 – Legume Technology, a global provider of microbial solutions for agricultural crops, has secured a grant commitment of $1,620,669 from the Gates Foundation, to support the company’s mission of addressing the needs of smallholder farmers in Africa through their groundbreaking product – LEGUMEFiX. This innovative biofertilizer solution, currently in the trial […]
Rotterdam, 28 May 2024 – The use of certified seeds that adhere to rigorous standards and protocols, leads to predictable yields and high-quality crops— making it easier for farmers to access markets with strict quality standards, mitigating risks associated with pests, diseases, and environmental factors, thereby safeguarding livelihoods and investments— says the delegates attending the […]
Rotterdam, 27 May 2024 – The profound impact of climate change, causing havoc across the globe, has prompted renewed calls for stakeholders in the seed industry to urgently re-evaluate their efforts in developing climate-resilient seed system—a crucial factor for achieving long-term food security in the face of extreme weather patterns. This conversation is taking place […]
How can infrastructure connectivity in the Aberdare landscape be harmonized with the preservation of its wildlife and ecosystem? This question arises within a legal context, concerning the proposed realignment of the Mau Mau Road (Ihithe-Aberdare Forest-Kahuruko-Ndunyu Njeru Road) —a 25-kilometer stretch set to traverse a dense forest canopy. In January 2024, the National Environment Management […]
By Carolyne Tomno Africa’s agricultural landscape is heavily intertwined with its forests. As nearly 90% of deforestation activities are linked to commodity production, the EU, being Africa’s largest trading partner, plays a pivotal role in shaping the continent’s export market. The new regulations, although aimed at preserving the environment,have raised concerns about the impact they […]
Communities living in Kerio Valley, in the lower-lands of Baringo and Elgeyo Marakwet County (EMC), are pastoralists. It is odd to drive a few meters down the road, without encountering unmanned herd of sheep and goats grazing by the roadsides and cattle lying under the Accacia trees, chewing cud. If you listen quietly, the melody of birds chipping, crickets chirping, […]
Nairobi, September 4, 2023 — The inaugural Africa Climate Summit, convened by President Dr. William Samoe Ruto and championed by the African Union, resounded with a clarion call for climate justice. At the core of this historic event was a steadfast focus on sustainable agriculture and the urgent need to address climate challenges within food […]
African innovators are leading the charge in climate solutions, as evidenced by the recently announced shortlists for the 2023 Ashden Awards. The annual awards highlight 32 climate solutions that are inclusive and regenerative, with 75% of the organizations shortlisted from the Global South hailing from Africa. The shortlisted organizations span from Kenya to Cameroon and […]
By Chemtai Kirui Nairobi, Kenya March 24, 2023— The Agroecology Conference came to a successful conclusion, Thursday, after three days of informative and engaging activities that brought together experts, stakeholders, and farmers from all over the world. The conference, held at the prestigious Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, aimed to promote sustainable agricultural practices, particularly agroecology. […]
