In a move to transform an environmental challenge into an economic opportunity, the Turkana County Government and the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) have partnered to develop a joint strategy for the management and utilization of Prosopis juliflora, an invasive species that has spread widely across the county.
The project, led by KEFRI, is supported by the International Labour Organization (ILO).
The initiative seeks to create green jobs and sustainable enterprises for both host and refugee communities by turning the aggressive plant into usable products such as fuel, construction materials, animal feed, biochar, briquettes, and timber.
At a joint meeting held in Lodwar, KEFRI and county officials outlined a shared vision to promote ecosystem restoration while harnessing Prosopis as a catalyst for rural livelihoods, especially for women and youth. "We are proud of our natural resources and are fully committed to unlocking their value," said Deputy Governor Dr.
