First Lady's Mazingira Awards

We are preparing to ignite the potential of young minds! The FLAMA Technical Working Group is committed to creating a platform where learners can showcase solutions that protect and restore our environment.

Great impact starts with strong planning. The FLAMA Technical Working Group is working behind the scenes reviewing frameworks, refining guidelines, and ensuring everything is set for a successful and impactful competition.

@EnviClimateC_Ke and Patron @MauForest_iclip @Eng_F_Ngeno today met with eight-year-old environmental champion Sasha Chepkoech Ngeny to discuss her ongoing tree-growing and ecosystem restoration initiatives. Sasha began advocating for environmental conservation at the age of five, inspired by the President’s 15 Billion Trees initiative. She is a @FirstLadyKenya Mazingira Award winner and the author of Sasha: A Young Voice for a Greener World, a publication that amplifies children’s voices in environmental conservation and climate action. Now on a mission to grow one million trees in schools and degraded lands across Kenya, Sasha promotes school-based environmental action, encouraging learners to plant and nurture at least 30 trees annually. She has actively participated in tree growing, forest restoration, and wetland rehabilitation activities across several counties, inspiring fellow children to contribute to building a greener and climate-resilient Kenya. Following their discussion, PS Dr. Ng’eno announced the allocation of 20 hectares within the Mau Forest Complex to support Sasha’s restoration efforts. She will lead the restoration initiative in collaboration with children from surrounding communities. In recognition of her dedication and impact, Sasha was also named Young Ambassador for the MCF-ICLIP, further affirming her role in advancing Kenya’s national environmental conservation agenda. #LindaMauBoreshaMaisha #ChildrenInConservation

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Kenya Wildlife Service and the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife for graciously hosting this unforgettable experience for the learners.

This years winners had the chance to experience nature up close exploring the park’s rich biodiversity and learning about Kenya’s precious wildlife and ecosystems.

Today, the winners of the 2025 First Lady’s Mazingira Awards (FLAMA) were hosted at Lake Nakuru National Park for an exciting Eco-Learning Game Drive.

A special salute to the teachers who guided, inspired, and nurtured these young environmental champions — your dedication is shaping a generation that cares deeply for creation. Together, we can end pollution, conserve the environment, and build a cleaner, greener Kenya.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants of the Mazingira Awards 2025! Your creativity, passion, and commitment to protecting our planet remind us that the future of climate action lies in the hands of our young people. #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

Ending pollution starts with each one of us. Learners are encouraged to explore sustainable waste management and upcycling ideas . Let’s join our children in championing cleaner environments! #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

The 2025 FLAMA theme is “End Pollution – Conserve the Environment” . It challenges us to end pollution, manage waste and promote responsible environmental practices. How are you contributing to a cleaner planet? #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

From art and essays to poetry and sign language performances , the Mazingira Awards value diverse forms of expression. Whatever your talent, you can champion the environment! #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

FLAMA allows each learner to submit original entries up to two times . This encourages creativity and offers many avenues for expression. Let your child’s passion for the environment shine! #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

Learners from integrated and inclusive schools are encouraged to participate in FLAMA . True climate action embraces diversity and ensures every voice counts. #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

Engaging children in environmental challenges fosters empathy and a sense of responsibility for nature . Thank you to every learner who has spoken up for the planet! #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

We cannot reverse climate change without the voices of our young people. FLAMA provides a platform for them to creatively express themselves and drive solutions . Let’s listen and support! #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

By entering FLAMA, learners develop seven core competencies—communication, collaboration, critical thinking, problem solving, imagination, citizenship and digital literacy . Climate action builds well‑rounded citizens. #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

The First Lady’s Mazingira Awards show that climate education isn’t just about theory; it empowers students to craft solutions to pollution and biodiversity loss . Let’s keep this momentum going. #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025

FLAMA encourages participation from public and private primary, junior and secondary schools, including learners with disabilities . Climate justice means every child can contribute! #MazingiraYetuJukumuLetu #FLAMA2025