Kaimosi Friends University has significantly advanced the national environmental restoration agenda by planting an additional 21,000 tree seedlings on its sprawling grounds. The large-scale initiative underscores the institution's commitment to supporting the government's ambitious goal of planting 15 billion trees by 2030, a critical response to escalating climate change impacts.
Dr. Bernadette Mungai, Chair of the University Council, leads by example, planting one of 21,000 tree seedlings at Kaimosi Friends University, in a profound commitment to environmental restoration.
Dr. Bernadette Mungai, Chair of the University Council, presided over the event, emphasized the university's proactive engagement. She highlighted that the collaborative effort between the university, government agencies, and the community is crucial in enhancing climate change.
"Today's large-scale tree planting at Kaimosi Friends University sends a strong signal of proactive engagement in the national reforestation agenda that underscores our collective responsibility required to combat climate change and secure a sustainable future for Kenya, We are happy to note that KAFU in 2024/2025 has planted a total of 70,000 trees " Dr. Mungai stated.
With shovel in hand, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Peter Mwita solidifies Kaimosi Friends University's pledge to national reforestation, embodying the fight for climate change and preservation of cultural heritage.
Adding to the university's voice, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Peter Mwita said that tree planting is a profound commitment to fight for climate change and as we are the Centre for Climate Change we are dedicated to sustainable development and our role is to safeguard both natural resources and cultural heritage within the region.
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) played a crucial role in the drive, donating all 21,000 seedlings to the university. KFS further pledged ongoing support, which includes establishing tree nursery tree-growing projects, offering technical expertise, and assisting in the creation of a dedicated tree nursery on campus.
Adding vital logistical support, the National Youth Service (NYS) provided crucial manpower, with personnel actively involved in digging planting holes, amplifying the immediate impact of the tree-planting drive.
This latest reforestation effort by KAFU reinforces the institution's dedication to environmental stewardship and its role in fostering national sustainability.
Dedicated teams from the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and National Youth Service (NYS) provided crucial support to Kaimosi Friends University's tree-planting drive, with KFS donating 21,000 seedlings and NYS offering vital manpower for planting.