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This Earth Day,The Wangari Maathai Ecoguides embark on a meaningful learning field visit at Kakamega Forest 🌿 Under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,”we come together to explore, learn, and reconnect with one of Kenya’s most natural ecosystems. #KakamegaForest #WangariMaathai

Last saturday, we joined fellow conservationists from across Kenya in Kakamega Forest to mark Indigenous Tree Day—an initiative dedicated to combating biodiversity loss and restoring our forests’ natural heritage. The event was convened by Kenya Horticultural Society.

The @parliamentofkenya calls upon the Public to submit their views with regard to the Forest Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025. This is your chance to influence how our forests are protected and managed. Show up, speak up and be heard! #SaveOurForests

TREE SPOTLIGHT-THE FIG TREE Over the last couple of months, we have been involved in the restoration of Kakamega Forest. Today we delve into facts about the different species of the fig. linkedin.com/posts/wangari-… #TreeSpotlight

Today, we celebrate Wangari Maathai. She taught us that protecting nature is about more than just trees it’s about dignity and justice. Let’s be the hummingbird today by doing what we can, with what we have, where we are. 🌍 #TeamGBM

The decision to clear forest land within Nairobi National Park is not just unfortunate , it is a direct threat to our natural heritage. We cannot normalize the gradual erosion of protected areas under the guise of development. #ProtectNairobiNationalPark #SaveOurForests

We are seeking a qualified consultant to develop CBC-aligned school manuals focused on: Biodiversity and Sustainable Practices, Restoration and Local Ecological Knowledge. 📩 Submit your proposal through info@wangarimaathai.org Deadline for application:10th April, 2026.

Women spend 250 million hours Daily fetching water ,according to UN report- yet remain underrepresented in decision-making.We recognize that protecting forests means protecting water sources Our call during the #WorldWaterDay:Inclusive water solutions from policy to leadership.

The future of our environment depend on how we restore & protect ecosystems During International Day of Forest, we collaborated with @KeForestService @WangariMaathai and the community in tree planting exercise at Kakamega Forest Together we are planting hope &greener future

Prof. Wangari Maathai. A visionary who turned small actions into a global movement. Prof. Wangari Maathai showed us that courage and purpose can restore not just the environment, but hope for generations. She gave so we could gain. #OnYourSide #GivetoGain

Wangari Maathai once said, "We are very fond of blaming the poor for destroying the environment. But often it is the powerful, including governments, that are responsible." ,We shall stand up , defend Karura Forest and defend the legacy.

Before she changed the world, she broke the glass ceiling. 🌍 Prof. Wangari Maathai: The first woman in East and Central Africa to earn a Ph.D. (1971). A true pioneer for education and the planet. 🎓🌳 #TeamGBM

Youth need spaces where they can speak openly about issues, innovate, and meaningfully engage with ideas that shape their future. Our Youth Hub is providing that space for youth in Kakamega — a place where we talk, learn, laugh, and grow together. #WangariMaathai @FranceinKenya

As we prepare the nurseries and the Wangari Maathai Corners in their schools, it is clear that they are future custodians of our Kakamega forest. #GreeningSchools #IPlantTreesCampaign #WangariMaathaiCorners

the excitement from the learners is truly inspiring. Their curiosity, their questions, and their eagerness to be part of setting up the tree nurseries shows just how ready they are to lead the change.

Since the launch of the #IplantTreesCampaign in Kakamega,we have been visiting the schools we are working with, Today we were hosted by Ebabwa ,Mwiyala and Mahiakalo schools,in the process we get an opportunity to interact with the Environment club members,

🌳 “Trees are the seeds of peace and seeds of hope” – this profound statement by Wangari Maathai rings true as we celebrate her today, marking Wangari Maathai Day. 🇫🇷 works together with the @WangariMaathai foundation on key programs to ensure her legacy endures by cultivating a culture of self-development and collective action, and by promoting youthful leadership. To restore and protect the Kakamega Forest 🌱🌱, the last remnant of Kenya’s Guineo-Congolian rainforest, France, alongside other partners, is integrating biodiversity conservation through the ‘cooperation on forest preservation in Kenya’ framework by engaging local communities, youth groups, schools, and policymakers to be agents of change. Last month, we participated in the launch of the “Iplant trees” campaign targeting schools in Kakamega and the launch of a Youth-hub that mentors students to become environmental stewards. @MathaiWanjira @icipe @Cirad

Solidarity is not always loud — sometimes it is simply sitting beside each other and saying, “I see you. I’m with you."Our power is not only in our voices but also in our unwavering support for one another. Rising in love. 💛#RootedInSisterhood @NobelWomen @GreenBeltMovmnt

As we wrap up the Wangari Maathai Ecoguide Training, experts Angela Tuba, Kassim Ndeche & Judy Kepher-Gona reminded our eco-guides: 👉 They are custodians of culture. 👉 Tell authentic local stories. 👉 Preserve heritage through storytelling. 🌿 #EcoTourism #KakamegaForest

Thank you to the @FranceinKenya, Green Network Project, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology @icipe, French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development & French Agricultural Research Centre for International Development for advancing conservation.