Omollo Launches Chiefs’ Climate Action Day
The Chiefs’ Climate Action Day represents a collective response to the urgent need for action against the adverse effects of climate change.
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo. Photo/Raymond Omollo.
In a landmark step towards addressing climate change, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo launched the Chiefs’ Climate Action Day at the Ondiri Wetlands in Kikuyu Constituency on Monday, November 4.
The event aims to push forward the government’s climate action agenda, with a particular focus on environmental sustainability initiatives led by National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs).
Speaking at the event, PS Omollo highlighted the essential role that NGAOs play in implementing and coordinating climate action initiatives.
“The National Government Administration Officers play a crucial role in advancing the climate action agenda by implementing and coordinating various initiatives aimed at environmental sustainability,” he remarked.
This day, observed every first Friday of the month, will see chiefs across the country mobilizing the public and relevant stakeholders in tree-planting exercises to boost Kenya’s reforestation efforts.
The Chiefs’ Climate Action Day represents a collective response to the urgent need for action against the adverse effects of climate change.
PS Omollo emphasized the importance of raising awareness among local communities, stating that the initiative would serve as a platform for creating widespread awareness about climate change and its impact on Kenya and the broader world.
Chiefs will spearhead the mobilization efforts, engaging both residents and stakeholders to participate actively in tree-planting activities aimed at reforesting various regions.
The Ondiri Wetlands, which served as the launch site, is one of Kenya’s few high-altitude wetlands and plays a significant role in maintaining local biodiversity and water sources.
By involving chiefs in conservation efforts, the government hopes to create a sustainable model that incorporates environmental protection into local administrative structures.
PS Omollo was joined by local chiefs and members of Kikuyu Constituency in planting trees at the wetland site.
He underscored the need for collective action, saying that community participation would be critical in achieving the desired impact.
The government aims to plant millions of trees annually under this initiative, with hopes that communities across Kenya will embrace these efforts to protect the environment.
As climate change continues to threaten ecosystems and disrupt livelihoods, Kenya is striving to be at the forefront of climate action in Africa.
Initiatives like the Chiefs’ Climate Action Day reflect the government’s commitment to environmental conservation and community-driven sustainability projects.
With this ambitious initiative, the Ministry of Interior aims to galvanize communities nationwide, turning environmental conservation into a shared responsibility for all Kenyans.
The government’s vision is clear: to foster a culture of sustainable environmental practices for a greener future.
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