Efforts to restore Kenya’s critical ecosystems continue to gain momentum, with renewed focus on the conservation of Oloolua Forest—a vital green space that supports biodiversity, water catchment, and community livelihoods in both Nairobi County and Kajiado County.
During a stakeholder engagement in Karen, leaders and partners came together to strengthen collaboration around forest conservation and sustainable livelihoods. The initiative is being championed by Ephantus Kimotho, with broad support from government agencies and stakeholders committed to environmental protection.
The progress reflects the growing impact of the Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme, whose work in restoring Kaptagat Forest has become a national model for landscape restoration. Through integrated approaches that combine conservation with community empowerment, the programme is strengthening climate-resilient livelihoods while protecting vital ecosystems.
These efforts also contribute to Kenya’s ambitious national goal of planting 15 billion trees by 2032, positioning forest conservation as a key pillar in combating climate change and promoting sustainable development.
The engagement brought together key leaders, including Gitonga Mugambi, Betsy Njagi, Festus Ngeno, Kipronoh Ronoh, and John Tanui, among others—demonstrating a whole-of-government approach to conservation and climate action.
By scaling proven models like Kaptagat ICP to other regions such as Oloolua Forest, Kenya is advancing sustainable ecosystem restoration, enhancing livelihoods, and securing a greener future for generations to come.
