Nyeri County Government has prepared a draft policy document to help step up efforts in safeguarding key wetland and riparian areas in the eight sub counties.
The document, Draft Wetlands and Riparian Lands Policy currently undergoing public participation, aims among others to address challenges facing wetland and riparian areas and help come up with possible redress measures.
To address some of the challenges, the County plans to lay down guidelines and regulations for land use near wetland areas with the aim of minimizing negative impacts.
In addition, according to the draft, the County Government through the Department of Water, Environment and Climate Change hopes to promote the sustainable use of natural resources such as fisheries and timber, while ensuring long-term ecosystem health.
