Association of Kenya Agriculture Journalists - AKAJ

14/08/2025

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Meru farmers in North East Kenya are adopting solar-powered insect traps to combat the false codling moth(FCM), a pest that damages avocado crops. Also by re...

18/06/2025

Kenya Earns Praise for Tree Cover Gains as EU Deforestation Law Nears Implementation
https://akaj.co.ke/kenya-earns-praise-for-tree-cover-gains-as-eu-deforestation-law-nears-implementation/

05/06/2025

World Vision Kenya Calls for Action Against Plastic Pollution on World Environment Day 2025

05/06/2025

World Vision Kenya Calls for Action Against Plastic Pollution on World Environment Day 2025
https://akaj.co.ke/world-vision-kenya-calls-for-action-against-plastic-pollution-on-world-environment-day-2025/

22/05/2025

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In many communities across Africa, women are not allowed to own property such as dairy cows—an issue that contributes to economic poverty within those commu...

21/05/2025

BREAKING TRADITIONS: NANDI WOMEN CLAIM ECONOMIC POWER THROUGH LIVESTOCK (DAIRY COWS )OWNERSHIP .

In many communities across Africa, women are not allowed to own property such as dairy cows—an issue that contributes to economic poverty within those communities. One such community is the Nandi in Kenya’s Rift Valley region, where livestock ownership is traditionally reserved for men only.
However, through awareness efforts by community-based organizations, the French Development Agency, and the county government of Nandi, women are now beginning to be given the opportunity by their husbands to own dairy cows. They are able to sell the milk to processing factories and earn money to improve their livelihoods. Additionally, these women can now open bank accounts, enabling them to manage their own finances and boost the local economy.

13/05/2025

26/04/2025

Multitouch International (MTI), co-founded in 2003 by environmental conservationist Christine Wangari, has been spearheading the "One Million Youth Jobs Annually Initiative" since 2006. The initiative was born out of a desire to address national crises such as climate change, deforestation, river degradation, and youth unemployment. Inspired by the late Professor Wangari Maathai, MTI established mega tree nurseries that raised over 3 million indigenous, exotic, medicinal, and fruit tree seedlings distributed across Nakuru, Nairobi, and other areas. The organization now envisions a larger goal of planting 40 billion trees, aiming to transform Kenya’s economy through carbon trading, improve water security, and create millions of sustainable jobs for youth and women.

MTI emphasizes that tackling climate change and unemployment requires urgent, collective action, citing Kenya's vulnerability despite its low carbon emissions. The initiative plans to employ youths in tree planting, agroforestry, and sustainable farming activities, with salaries ranging from Ksh. 10,000 to 18,000 depending on roles and qualifications. MTI calls on the government, development partners, and citizens for support through land access, equipment donations, and financial contributions, promising transparency and accountability. With land already donated in Nakuru, Tana River, and Kilifi, MTI believes this project will not only restore the environment but also counter challenges like poverty, migration, and food insecurity, driving Kenya toward a more resilient future.

24/04/2025

Organic Sukuma Wiki in Meru Kenya .
Camera courtesy :Victor Moturi.

24/04/2025

Kenya: How innovative biodigesters are benefiting an entire village in Tharaka Nithi county
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23/04/2025

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Malnutrition remains a major health challenge for children in rural Kenya, with UNICEF reporting nearly two million affected.
However, school feeding programs by Food 4 Education in Nyanza and western Kenya are making a difference, providing thousands of students with nutritious meals that boost immunity and health.
The food is sourced from local small-scale farmers.

Malnutrition remains a major health challenge for children in rural Kenya, with UNICEF reporting nearly two million affected.However, school feeding programs...

19/04/2025

Experts say chemical pesticides harm the environment and soil fertility. 2,000 farmers in Machakos Kenya, with support from Biovision Africa Trust, are now using natural pesticides to restore soil health and combat climate change
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According to organic farming experts, the use of chemical pesticides on crops has damaged the environment and killed beneficial insects that contribute to so...