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Happening Now : H.E. Mama Rachel Ruto, First Lady of the Republic of Kenya, arrives in Marindas Restoration Area of Bararget Forest, in Kuresoi North where she will lead a landmark environmental conservation and livelihoods initiative under the Mau Forest Complex Integrated Conservation and Livelihoods Improvement Programme (MFC-ICLIP). The First Lady is hosted by Dr. Eng. Festus Ng’eno, Principal Secretary, State Department for Environment and Climate Change and Patron of MFC-ICLIP. She is accompanied by national and county leaders including Cabinet Secretaries Dr. Deborah Barasa (Environment), Ms. Hanna Wendot Cheptumo (Gender), Amb. Canon Dr. Ida Betty Odinga, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kenya to UNEP, Principal Secretaries Mr. Gitonga Mugambi (Forestry) Aurelia Chepkirui Rono (Parliamentary Affairs) Kuresoi North MP Mutai Alfred, Green generation initiative Elizabeth Wathuti - Liz Mazingira among others. During the visit H.E. Mama Rachel Ruto will officially adopt a 31-hectare restoration block within the Mau Forest Complex, plant ceremonial indigenous trees as well as commission a one-million-seedling tree nursery, underscoring her commitment to large-scale ecosystem restoration and climate action. The delegation will then proceed to Baringo Primary School, where the First Lady will commission a biogas unit, a kitchen garden, waste management facilities and flagging off fruit tree seedlings for women farmers. To culminate her visit the First Lady will launch One Tourist, One Tree Initiative” by the Kenya Tourism Board a partnership between MFC-ICLIP and Kenya Tourism Board. These efforts reaffirm government commitment to environmental conservation, food security, sustainable livelihoods and community empowerment. MFC-ICLIP is a ten-year flagship programme, that seeks to restore and sustainably manage the Mau Forest Complex through an integrated conservation and livelihood improvement approach, enhancing ecosystem functionality, climate resilience, and socio-economic wellbeing for communities living around the forest. #MauForestRestoration #ClimateAction #MFCICLIP #LindaMauBoreshaMaisha #MamaRachelRuto #OneTreeOneFuture

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NETFUND and ILO Partner to Advance Green Jobs and Sustainable Environmental Solutions The National Environment Trust Fund (NETFUND) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Labour Organization (ILO) at NETFUND offices, marking a significant step towards strengthening collaboration in promoting sustainable environmental management, green jobs, and Kenya’s transition to a green economy. The partnership will leverage the mandates of both institutions to support innovative environmental interventions, enhance capacity building, promote research, and mobilize resources towards programmes that advance climate action and sustainable development. Through the MoU, NETFUND and ILO will collaborate in developing and implementing initiatives that support green enterprises, skills development, entrepreneurship, and decent work opportunities, with a focus on youth and women. The collaboration will also support the development of a Just Transition Strategy, knowledge sharing, research on climate change and employment, and technical assistance to micro, small and medium enterprises advancing solutions to environmental and climate challenges. This partnership reinforces NETFUND’s commitment to fostering inclusive, resilient, and sustainable solutions for environmental conservation and economic growth. #NETFUND #GreenJobs #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #GreenEconomy

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NETFUND Showcases During Public Service Week Exhibition at KICC The National Environment Trust Fund (NETFUND) team is participating in the Public Service Week Exhibition at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), under the State Department booth, showcasing the Fund’s role in advancing environmental conservation, climate action, and sustainable development. The exhibition brings together public institutions, partners, and citizens to highlight innovations, services, and initiatives that support improved service delivery and national development. Through the platform, NETFUND is engaging stakeholders and creating awareness on its programmes that promote ecosystem restoration, community empowerment, climate resilience, and sustainable environmental management. #PublicServiceWeek #NETFUND #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalConservation #Sustainability

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𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃 𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐘 – 𝟐 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐎! The countdown is on! Join us as we mark World Rainforest Day 2026 at the magnificent Kakamega Rainforest – Lianugu Forest Block on 22nd June As Kenya's only tropical rainforest, Kakamega Forest is a vital biodiversity hotspot that supports climate regulation, water security, and livelihoods for surrounding communities. Let us come together to celebrate, protect, and restore our forests for present and future generations. 📍 Kakamega Rainforest, Lianugu Forest Block 📅 22nd June 2026 #WorldRainforestDay #TheForestWithinYou #15BillionTrees #JazaMiti #15BillionTreesBy2032 #KakamegaRainforest #15BWajibuWaKilaMkenya

10 days to go! Have you registered? #MauMarathon #RunForMau #MauForestComplex

NETFUND participates in the World Desertification and Drought Day Celebrations The National Environment Trust Fund (NETFUND) participated in the World Desertification and Drought Day (WDDD) celebrations held in Kilifi County, showcasing conservation driven solutions that promote sustainable land management, climate resilience, ecosystem restoration, and green livelihoods. NETFUND’s exhibition stand attracted high-level dignitaries and environmental leaders who visited to appreciate the Fund’s work in advancing environmental conservation, supporting communities, and promoting climate action initiatives. The NETFUND stand was visited by Ms. Yasmine Fouad, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD); Dr. Deborah M. Barasa, Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry; Eng. Dr. Festus Ngeno, Principal Secretary, State Department for Environment and Climate Change; H.E. Flora Mbetsa Chibule, Deputy Governor of Kilifi County; and Mamo Boru Mamo, Director General of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA). The dignitaries were taken through NETFUND’s interventions, including ecosystem restoration initiatives, community-based conservation programmes, climate resilience solutions, and support for green enterprises that contribute to sustainable development. Through its participation, NETFUND reaffirmed its commitment to combating desertification and drought, advancing land restoration, and supporting national efforts such as the 15 Billion Tree Growing Programme. #WDDD2026 #NETFUND #ClimateAction #LandRestoration

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As part of the build-up activities ahead of World Desertification and Drought Day, learners and the community at Tsangatsini Primary School in Kilifi County received water tanks and participated in tree-growing activities in support of the Presidential Directive on the 15 Billion Tree Growing Programme. The activities were graced by Principal Secretary State department for Environment and Climate Change Dr. Eng. Festus Ngeno and other stakeholders, who emphasized the importance of environmental conservation, sustainable land management, and community involvement in restoring degraded landscapes. #WorldDesertificationandDroughtDay #KilifiCounty #jazamiti

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On Wednesday 17th June, 2026, Kenya will host the global observance of 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 in partnership with United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification under the theme “𝙍𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨: 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙚. 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩. 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙚," at Vipingo Central Primary School in Kilifi County. The day is the United Nations’ global moment to raise awareness of land degradation and drought and to mobilize action to protect and restore healthy land. Kenya will be the first in nearly a decade that the African continent hosts the global observance. The global event will spotlight the vital role of rangelands in strengthening climate resilience, enhancing food and water security, conserving biodiversity, and sustaining the cultural heritage and livelihoods of pastoralist and Indigenous communities worldwide. Rangelands cover more than half of the world’s land surface yet remain among the most undervalued ecosystems. They face increasing pressures from climate change, land degradation and competing land uses. Up to half of all rangelands are already degraded or at risk, jeopardizing food and water security, climate resilience and rural livelihoods. @UNCCD #United4Land #RespectRangelands #DesertificationAndDroughtDay

The Mau Forest Complex is not just about restoring trees; it is about restoring livelihoods, hope, and a sustainable future for communities living around this very important ecosystem. Through the Trees Establishment and Livelihood Improvement Scheme (TELIS), thousands of households are actively participating in forest restoration while improving their food security and incomes. Farmers nurture tree seedlings alongside crops, demonstrating that environmental conservation and economic empowerment can go hand in hand. Today, TELIS is transforming lives across the Mau landscape while accelerating the restoration of Kenya's largest water tower. As we gear up for the 2nd Edition of the Mau Conservation Marathon, we celebrate the communities at the heart of this restoration journey. The marathon is more than a race ,it is a movement that champions environmental conservation, supports local livelihoods, and mobilizes collective action to protect the Mau Forest Complex for future generations. Every registration, every kilometre, and every step taken is a contribution towards a greener Mau and better livelihoods for our people. Linda Mau, Boresha Maisha. #MauConservationMarathon #TreesEstablishmentAndLivelihoodImprovementScheme #LindaMauBoreshaMaisha #MauForestComplex #CommunityLivelihoods

The milestone was announced on the sidelines of the 64th Session of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies (SB64) climate meetings in Bonn, Germany, where officials confirmed that Kenya had secured approximately USD 700,000 in support to undertake a comprehensive national assessment of climate-related loss and damage. Read👇🏿climate.co.ke/kenya-makes-hi… @EnviClimateC_Ke

NETFUND Showcases Green Innovation at the Adopt A Generation Inaugural Expo in Trans Nzoia County NETFUND is proud to participate in the Adopt A Generation Inaugural Expo, themed “Sustainable Agriculture and Youth Employment Opportunities.” NETFUND is showcasing innovative, conservation-driven solutions that demonstrate how environmental sustainability can create meaningful livelihood opportunities. Among the highlights are handcrafted bamboo baskets, a testament to the immense potential of nature-based enterprises to generate income, empower communities, and promote sustainable resource utilization. These products reflect the long term vision of the Conservation and Sustainable Management of the Cherangany Ecosystem Project, which seeks to restore critical ecosystems while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local communities through green enterprises and responsible natural resource management Through its exhibition, NETFUND continues to champion green growth, youth empowerment, and the development of sustainable livelihoods, proving that conservation is not only about protecting the environment but also about creating economic opportunities for present and future generations. #NETFUND #SustainableAgriculture #YouthEmployment #GreenGrowth #Conservation #NatureBasedSolutions #TransNzoia :::

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On June 17, Kenya will host the global observance of 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 in partnership with United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification under the theme “𝙍𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨: 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙚. 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩. 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙚.” The global event will spotlight the vital role of rangelands in strengthening climate resilience, enhancing food and water security, conserving biodiversity, and sustaining the cultural heritage and livelihoods of pastoralist and Indigenous communities worldwide. #DesertificationandDroughtDay #UNited4Land

Kenya has achieved a major milestone in advancing climate resilience and addressing the impacts of climate change via @tv47digital #ClimateAction #LossAndDamage tv47.digital/kenya-secures-…

NETFUND CEO Attends UNFCCC SB64 Climate Meeting in Bonn, Germany The CEO of the National Environment Trust Fund (NETFUND) joined stakeholders at the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies (SB64) Climate Meeting in Bonn, Germany, where Kenya marked a significant milestone in global climate action. Kenya, through the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry and the Directorate of Climate Change, has become the first country in Africa and the second globally to secure technical assistance from the Santiago Network on Loss and Damage. The support, valued at approximately USD 700,000, will enable a comprehensive assessment and projection of climate-related loss and damage up to 2050, providing critical evidence to inform policy, planning, and resource mobilization for climate resilience. The announcement was officially conveyed to the Principal Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Eng. Festus Ngeno, during the conference, reaffirming Kenya’s leadership in advancing climate resilience and addressing the growing impacts of climate change. NETFUND remains committed to supporting innovative climate solutions and partnerships that strengthen environmental sustainability and resilience for present and future generations. #ClimateAction #ClimateResilience #LossAndDamage #SB64 #BonnClimateConference #KenyaLeads #NETFUND #EnvironmentalSustainability #ClimateFinance

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NETFUND Explores Strategic Partnership Opportunities with Clarmondial on the Mt. Kenya Endowment Fund As part of our commitment to advancing sustainable environmental financing, NETFUND convened an introductory meeting with Clarmondial, a Switzerland-based advisory and investment structuring firm with expertise in climate finance, blended finance, impact investing, and sustainable natural resource management. During the meeting, we discussed the proposed Mt. Kenya Endowment Fund, a long-term financing mechanism aimed at supporting smallholder farmers, Community Forest Associations (CFAs), and forest-adjacent communities across the Mt. Kenya landscape. The fund is envisioned to provide sustainable and predictable financing for locally driven climate adaptation, conservation, and livelihood enhancement initiatives, while strengthening community resilience and creating expanded economic opportunities. We also explored potential areas of collaboration with Clarmondial, with a particular focus on leveraging innovative climate finance solutions and NETFUND’s Adaptation Fund accreditation to advance community-led adaptation and sustainable development projects. Clarmondial highlighted the important role endowment funds can play in ensuring long-term financial sustainability, building local capacity, and delivering lasting development impact. The engagement provided an important opportunity for NETFUND and Clarmondial to identify strategic synergies and assess partnership opportunities that could contribute to enhanced environmental sustainability, strengthened climate resilience, and improved socio-economic outcomes for communities within the Mt. Kenya region.

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY CELEBRATIONS 2026 | OL KALOU ARBORETUM, NYANDARUA COUNTY NETFUND today participated in the national World Environment Day 2026 celebrations held at Ol Kalou Arboretum in Nyandarua County. The event convened key leaders and stakeholders in the environmental sector, including Cabinet Secretary Hon. Deborah Barasa, Principal Secretary Dr. Eng. Festus Ngeno, former Cabinet Secretary Hon. Moses Kuria, Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), State Corporations (SAGAs), development partners, and environmental champions from across the country. This year's theme, "Climate Crisis and Solutions," underscores the urgent need for collective action in addressing climate change and advancing sustainable environmental management. As stakeholders engage in discussions, tree-growing activities, and commitments to environmental stewardship, the call to action remains steadfast: every effort counts in building a greener, healthier, and more climate-resilient future. Together, we are championing climate action today for a sustainable tomorrow. #WorldEnvironmentDay2026 #NowForClimate #ClimateActionKE #NETFUNDAtWED2026

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NETFUND wishes you a meaningful and impactful World Environment Day 2026. As we commemorate this important day, let us renew our commitment to environmental conservation, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable development. Together, through collective action and responsible stewardship, we can create a greener, healthier, and more resilient future for generations to come. Happy World Environment Day! #WorldEnvironmentDay2026 #NETFUND #EnvironmentalConservation #ClimateAction #EcosystemRestoration #GreenKenya #SustainableFuture

A sustainable future begins with action. By embracing renewable energy, restoring forests, practicing sustainable agriculture, and reducing waste through reuse and recycling, we can protect our environment, combat climate change, and safeguard natural resources for future generations. #InspiredByNature #WorldEnvironmentDay2026

🇰🇪 Happy Madaraka Day! From the Board of Trustees, Management, and Staff of NETFUND! As we celebrate the spirit of self-governance, resilience, and national progress, we reaffirm our commitment to building a greener, healthier, and more sustainable Kenya for present and future generations. This Madaraka Day, let us embrace our collective responsibility to protect the environment, restore degraded landscapes, and champion sustainable development as we work together towards a prosperous and climate-resilient nation. Happy Madaraka Day! #MadarakaDay2026 #NETFUND #GreeningKenya #EnvironmentalSustainability #ClimateAction #RestorationForProsperity