Leaders Plant 1,600 Trees in Cengalo Forest as Uasin Gishu Grows over 200,000 Trees

In response to the recent devastating floods sweeping across the country, Governor Jonathan Bii of Uasin Gishu, alongside Patrick Kiburi Kilemi, the Principal Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs, and Joseph Wainaina, a UDA nominated member of parliament who also serves on the National Assembly committee on environment, led a significant tree planting initiative at Cengalo forest.

Together, they planted over 1600 trees, contributing to Uasin Gishu’s broader effort, which has already yielded more than 200,000 trees in the ongoing campaign.

President William Samoei Ruto’s ambitious endeavor to plant 15 billion trees by 2032 is gaining momentum, with over one million trees already planted nationwide. This initiative underscores a resolute commitment to the restoration of forests and wetlands. President Ruto has mandated each ministry to lead weekly tree planting activities, aiming to bolster the country’s forest cover.

Nominated MP Wainaina has issued a clarion call to farmers and individuals across Kenya, urging them to support the President’s directive by ensuring that available spaces are adorned with trees. This collective effort is essential in mitigating the impacts of climate change and safeguarding the nation’s natural resources for future generations.