July 13, 2026
A coalition of conservationists has accused the government of contradicting its ambitious plan to plant 15 billion trees by 2032 while allowing continued destruction of Kenya’s existing forests, national parks and public green spaces.
July 12, 2026
This column was co-written by Irungu Houghtoun and JustAct Executive Director Akshay Vishwanath
July 9, 2026
Environmental conservation groups have accused the government of undermining its ambitious tree-growing agenda by allowing the continued destruction of existing forests and public green spaces for development projects
July 2, 2026
More than 4,600 Kenyans have moved to court to halt construction works inside Nairobi National Park, citing threats to the wildlife sanctuary and violation of the constitution.
June 12, 2026
This column was co-written by Irungu Houghtoun and JustAct Executive Director Akshay Vishwanath.
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Kenya’s former Chief Justice David Maraga said he was arrested Monday alongside other activists protesting planned construction inside Nairobi National Park.
May 14, 2026
A proposed amendment to Kenya’s forest law has sparked fierce opposition from environmental activists and civil society groups, who warn that the changes could open the door for roads, utilities and commercial developments inside protected public forests.
March 12, 2026