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Young people are fierce and passionate advocates for halting the three planetary Crisis.Through a Pre-lcoy we are delving deeper into the opportunities and challenges of implementing Nature-based Solutions while also focusing on Climate Finance Opportunities for NbS. #LCOYKE2024

Kenya Launches National Carbon Registry, Signaling Entry into Global Carbon Markets Kenya has officially launched its National Carbon Registry, marking a major milestone in the country’s climate governance and positioning it to participate more effectively in international carbon markets. Speaking during the launch ceremony in Nairobi, Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Barasa, described the registry as a “landmark achievement” that strengthens transparency, accountability and credibility in Kenya’s carbon market framework. She said the platform would help the country fully harness opportunities under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement while safeguarding national interests and promoting sustainable development. “The registry gives Kenya’s green economy a digital heartbeat,” Barasa said, noting that it would eliminate double counting of carbon credits and ensure that value from carbon trading flows back to communities and national development. The National Carbon Registry serves as a centralized system for tracking, authorizing and reporting carbon credits generated across sectors, including forestry, renewable energy and land-based carbon storage. According to officials, it provides proof of ownership for emissions reductions and guarantees that each verified carbon credit meets national and international standards. Principal Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Eng. Festus Ng’eno, said the registry represents a critical step in strengthening Kenya’s institutional readiness for global carbon markets and transforming natural capital into a driver of economic growth. He emphasized that Kenya’s carbon credits are sovereign assets protected by law and designed to deliver tangible benefits to communities. Ng’eno added that over the past three years the government has developed a comprehensive legal and institutional framework, including amendments to the Climate Change Act and the introduction of carbon market regulations, to support a high-integrity carbon market. Principal Secretary for Forestry, Gitonga Mugambi, noted that the new system builds on the Kenya REDD+ Registry launched in 2025 and integrates forest-based emission reductions into the national carbon accounting framework. The interoperability between the two systems will enhance transparency, prevent double counting and strengthen alignment with Kenya’s Nationally Determined Contribution targets. Officials said the registry is now fully operational and will support the government’s broader climate agenda, including large-scale tree growing and landscape restoration, while boosting investor confidence in Kenya’s carbon market. The government also signaled that the registry will help attract international climate finance, create green jobs and support community livelihoods, positioning Kenya as a leader in Africa’s evolving carbon market. On her part, Henriette Geiger, the EU Ambassador to Kenya, commended the Government of Kenya for its leadership in delivering what she described as Africa’s first national Carbon Registry. She noted that at a time when some countries are retreating from climate commitments, the global community must intensify collective action to sustain climate momentum. Geiger emphasized the need to scale up climate investments and strengthen equitable benefit-sharing mechanisms, particularly for communities in the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs), who remain the most vulnerable to climate-related shocks and disasters. The event was also graced by Valentin Zellweger, Switzerland’s Ambassador to Kenya, alongside other distinguished dignitaries. Remarks were delivered by Maren Kneller, Head of Cooperation at the Embassy of Germany in Nairobi, as well as the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Board of Management led by Chairperson Emilio Mugo and Director General Mamo B. Mamo, among other officials. #CarbonRegistryKe #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction

On #WorldWetlandsDay 2026, we marked 2nd February along the Mbagathi River through a #MiniJourneyofWater tracing 2 springs ; Gitwe and Enkongu Springs to it's users, blending traditional knowledge with science and reaffirming that community-led action in Wetlands Management

Water has a story and it begins at our wetlands 💧 Join us this World Wetlands Day for the 6th Edition of the Mini Journey of Water as we walk, learn and reflect on the role of wetlands and traditional knowledge in protecting our water sources.📍 Gitwe Springs, R. Mbagathi

@Africa_WaterAmb @WRA_KEN @Lanablanetwork @KeWruas @WWFTANZANIA @WWF_Kenya @SimaviNL Funding, Youth and community tailored trainings and meaningful platforms to scale up their ideas and sustain their impact. Passion alone isn’t enough , we need tangible support to make a real Impact to our communities. #journeyofwater

Young people and local communities are driving meaningful change , shifting narratives and dismantling old systems , but will it take for them to lead without limits? Share your thoughts, we need to hear from you 👇

@Africa_WaterAmb @WWF_Kenya @UNESCOWWAP @KeWruas @WWF Through the existing bodies in Africa eg EAC we can formulate policies that can help us conserve our water resources as a collective. Through this we make sure all rivers passing across East African countries makes sure they water is safe. #Voices4Rivers #JourneyOfWater

@Africa_WaterAmb @WWF_Kenya @UNESCOWWAP @KeWruas @WWF Currently only 36% Kenya's Transboundary river basns are governed by operational cooperation agreements,this means that nearly 2-3rds of shared basins lack formal management, development of Transboundary Water Allocation Plans is critical .

To protect our Transboundary water sources Countries must work together ,what policy tools or mechanisms can strengthen cooperation over shared water resources Share your thoughts #RiverNoolturesh 👇

We walked the #JourneyofWater along River Gilgil. A walk organized by @lanablanetwork and @umbrellawrua witnessing challenges, learning lessons and raising their voices for protection of our precious water sources. #WaterAction

I'm at Nanyuki law courts, 106 people were arrested yesterday and some are already collapsing. They've not having eaten anything since yesterday. I can't cater to all of them and I'm requesting a small fundraiser for their lunch (some milk and bread) 0721634183 - Lewis Thanks🙏🏾

TaBSI joined an insightful X Space Dialogue hosted by @Africa_WaterAmb to mark World Environment Day, focusing on Tackling Plastic Pollution in Our Freshwater Ecosystems. Grateful to be part of this important conversation on protecting our environment and water resources.

We must move from awareness to #action. Every plastic bottle, every illegal discharge, every encroachment weakens our lifeline. Protecting our rivers, and wetlands is not a choice it’s a responsibility we all share, today and for future generation #EndPlasticPollution

Plastic pollution threatens our waters, with 11M+ tons entering ecosystems yearly—set to triple by 2040. This #WorldEnvironmentDay, let’s act boldly and together to protect our freshwater.

Thanks to her efforts and support from the Leading the Change programme (@WWFSverige ), youth membership in Water Resource Users Associations is rising—with many taking on leadership roles. 🙌💧🌍

Thank you @WWF_Kenya for the spotlight and support towards young people. @GreenFaith_Afr @Africa_WaterAmb @babajonick @omenyi_brian @BrianMisiati @wambui_B_ @EnvironOdongo

As AFRICA WATER AMBASSADORS will ensure we bring young people as Many as possible n water resource management.Rift valley basin youth induction and membership drive supported by @KeWruas.youth are key in sustainability.#water4all @Africa_WaterAmb @WWF_Kenya @KCCWG @TaprootEarth

Empowering communities through science turns awareness into action. Together, we can restore our rivers and protect our future. @WWF_Kenya @wambui_B_ @Africa_WaterAmb

SDG 6 Reporting through a Citizen science lens is about ground-truthing global goals and giving grassroot actors, especially young people a seat in the decision making table and a feel of ownership over the solutions . #CitizenScience, #WASHMashinani

Yesterday,I joined a panel discussion on Citizen Science during a CS Workshop. A key message I shared is that funding is essential, Without adequate support youth-led CS struggle to gather the data needed for meaningful interventions, and the data gap only continues to widen. #CS

Lake Ol-Bolossat is an International Bird and Biodiversity Area ,well while this is true the ecosystem is also under threat from Encroachment and land use changes, Pollution from agricultural runoff to Climate Change and While Conservation efforts exist more need to be done.

📢📢on 22nd April, we journey to Lake Ol Bolossat — Kenya’s only natural lake in the Central Highlands to raise awareness & champion conservation efforts! 🌿 Join us on the 5th Edition of AWA Mini Journey of Water. #EarthDay2025 Limited slots! Book Now! TWENDE Lake Ol-Bolossat

Understanding the Water Crisis Starts with Policy👈 To solve water challenges, we must first understand the policies shaping water governance. What policies exist? Where are the gaps? How can we align our actions for a water-secure future? 💡 Mark your Calendars.