Conservationists raise alarm over destruction of Kenya’s protected forests.

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.

Why courts are the last line of defence for our environment

July 12, 2026

This column was co-written by Irungu Houghtoun and JustAct Executive Director Akshay Vishwanath

Conservationists call for protection of existing forests

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

Fresh court battle over new luxury developments in Maasai Mara.

July 2, 2026

Kenyans move to court to stop development in Nairobi National Park.

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.

Desist, de-escalate and dialogue to protect Nairobi National Park

June 12, 2026

This column was co-written by Irungu Houghtoun and JustAct Executive Director Akshay Vishwanath.

Kenya’s former Chief Justice David Maraga arrested at protest of national park construction

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.

Green Belt (and JustAct) challenges new law opening forests to road projects.

Activists oppose proposed amendment to conservation law

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.

KWS to hive off 76 acres Nairobi park land for Bomas project, animal orphanage relocation

March 12, 2026