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Youth Power in Africa Leading the Charge for Climate Action and Good Governance

Youth Power in Africa Leading the Charge for Climate Action and Good Governance

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Africa is facing a multitude of challenges and opportunities as our world rapidly changes, and climate change is among the most pressing. The continent’s delicate ecosystems are under threat, and the need for good governance and public policies to address these challenges has never been more critical. However, the African youth have shown great leadership …

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Harnessing Policies for Effective Climate Action in Africa

Harnessing Policies for Effective Climate Action in Africa

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Introduction Climate change is a global threat that endangers lives and ecosystems worldwide. African countries are acutely vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, with rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns, and rising sea levels putting livelihoods, agriculture, and biodiversity at risk. Policies play a crucial role in driving climate action in Africa. The African Climate …

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Tips and Resources for Getting Involved in Activism

Taking Action on Climate Change: Tips and Resources for Getting Involved in Activism

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It was a beautiful summer day in 2019 when Japheth attended her first climate strike. He had always been concerned about the environment, but seeing thousands of people gathered in the streets to demand action was a transformative experience. From that day on, Japheth knew he wanted to get involved in climate activism. If you …

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World Wetland Day

World Wetlands Day 2023

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Kenya Environmental Action Network (KEAN) members joined fellow youth and environmental actors to celebrate and commemorate the #WorldWetlandsDay in a glocal effort to create awareness of the importance of wetlands as crucial life-supporting ecosystems through education and outreach, which help build support for conservation and restoration efforts.  During the #WorldWetlandsDay2023 celebration at Gatharaini River, different …

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Climate Advocacy

Climate Advocacy

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Climate advocacy refers to efforts to raise awareness and promote action on issues related to climate change. This can involve a wide range of activities, such as promoting the adoption of renewable energy sources, supporting policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and raising awareness about the impacts of climate change on people and the environment. …

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We Are Super proud of KEAN members, Congratulations!!!

We Are Super proud of KEAN members, Congratulations!!!

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Thank you KEAN Family for Shinning beyond Challenges, and excelling in Successful Impactful Projects in 2022 There are many things that individuals and groups within KEAN network have been engaged in to contribute to a more sustainable planet, including reducing energy consumption, conserving natural resources, and supporting environmentally-friendly policies and practices. Reminding everyone the importance …

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COP27 from an Afrikan perspective; Why are we still missing the mark?

COP27 from an Afrikan perspective; Why are we still missing the mark?

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Contextualizing the problem The 27th Conference of Parties, or “COP27”, will be held from November 8th –18th, 2022, at Sharm – el Sheik International Conferences Center in Egypt. This year’s theme will be “Climate Action for Sustainable Development.” In addition to discussions about how best to integrate climate action into sustainable development goals (SDGs), there …

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MENDING OUR BROKEN EARTH

MENDING OUR BROKEN EARTH

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The oceans are rising, and so are we The climate is changing, why can’t weGlaciers are melting, others sublimate away Ravaging mighty fires outweighConsuming hurricanes rage grey Mother earth is bleeding Her teeming life depletingHer species ,extinct or nearing.It’s man against nature,and he is winning. For clear – the science is,Our only chance of survival …

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NAIROBI SUMMER SCHOOL ON CLIMATE JUSTICE (NSSCJ)

NAIROBI SUMMER SCHOOL ON CLIMATE JUSTICE (NSSCJ)

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THEME: Sustaining Momentum on Climate Action in the Pandemic Era (Aug 29 – Sep. 11, 2021). Venue: Kenyatta University Conference Centre, Kenyatta University Main Campus, Nairobi, Kenya. Image 1.1. An image of the organizers and participants of Nairobi summer School on climate Justice 2021 taken on Monday 30th, August during the inaugural ceremony held at …

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International Day of the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem

International Day of the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem

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As we celebrate conservation of mangroves, lets continue to engage in activities that help both the local communities and mangrove forests. The purposes of World Mangrove Day include: Raise awareness of the importance of mangrove ecosystems as a unique, special and vulnerable ecosystem Promote solutions for mangrove sustainable management, conservation and uses Important to note …

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