Kenya continues to make significant strides in forest restoration and environmental conservation through coordinated nationwide tree growing efforts, which is aligned with the 15 billion tree campaign.
In Embu County, a ceremonial tree planting exercise at Embu Social Hall was observed that marked the Public Participation for the Forest Protection and Conservation Amendment Bill, 2025. Where indigenous species were planted to underscore the importance of policy and community involvement in forest protection.
Similar efforts in Mbeere South saw agro-forestry initiatives led by KFS and church members. This contributes to sustainable land use and livelihood improvement. Across Tharaka Nithi and Nyandarua counties, woodlot establishment gained momentum with thousands of seedlings planted in farms, schools, and community lands, which is supported by favourable rainfall and strong collaboration with local stakeholders.
In a separate engagement, the Kenya Forest Service Commandant – Mohammed A. Mohammed, conducted a visit to Nyatike Forest Station where he assessed staff welfare, including the housing conditions. He emphasised the importance of discipline, integrity, and professionalism among officers in the execution of their duties, particularly in safeguarding forest resources.
The Commandant reiterated the KFS’s commitment to uphold ethical standards while ensuring effective protection and conservation of forests across all stations.
Meanwhile, large-scale restoration activities were recorded across multiple conservancies during the long rains season. In Bomet County, an impressive 80,000 indigenous seedlings were planted over 80 hectares in Chepalungu Forest Station as part of forest rehabilitation efforts, alongside additional farm forestry initiatives by local farmers.
Coastal regions also registered notable progress, with over 34,000 mangrove propagules planted in Tana River and more than 9,000 mangrove seedlings established in Lamu. This reinforced coastal ecosystem resilience.
In Kwale County, the launch of the Chale Community Boardwalk was marked by a tree planting exercise which involved multiple partners and highlighted the integration of conservation with eco-tourism development.
Further inland, restoration and conservation activities continued to expand with impactful results. In Kakamega, enrichment planting within Kakamega Forest helped restore degraded sections, while in Kajiado, rehabilitation of Ngong Hills and surrounding areas saw thousands of seedlings planted through multi-agency collaboration.
Additional efforts in Bungoma, Siaya, Vihiga, and Isiolo counties demonstrated strong nationwide participation, with institutions, communities, and government agencies. They worked together to rehabilitate forests, establish woodlots, and promote agroforestry.
These collective actions reflected a unified national commitment to environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and the restoration of Kenya’s vital forest ecosystems.