Artisanal miners in Kakamega have been encouraged to plant bamboo trees in an effort to rehabilitate degraded mining sites.
A scientist from the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), Bernard Yegon, said that bamboo trees help in absorbing some toxic chemicals released into the soil as a result of mining activities.
He said that once planted, the trees will also help in restoring soil structure and communities can use the trees for other economic activities.
Yegon was speaking to KNA during the KEFRI Kakamega sub-Centre Open day held on Thursday where the organization showcased various technologies.
