The Australian government has supported the government with the Sh287 million meant for a project dubbed "Regreening for the Future." The project aims to equip researchers and farmers with the knowledge and skills to develop sustainable regreening initiatives that adapt to changing climate conditions.
The study will explore policies and support systems that empower communities to restore degraded landscapes, enhance food security, and enhance climate change resilience Speaking when unveiling the project at a Nairobi hotel Dr.
Jane Njuguna, Director of the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) said climate change is having a global impact, and Kenya is no exception, with its effects being felt across all sectors of social and economic development.
She added that the 'Regreening for the Future' initiative builds on long-standing partnerships with institutions and researchers in both Australia and Eastern Africa.