Environment, Forestry, and Climate Change Cabinet Secretary, Soipan Tuya, emphasized the critical need for environmental conservation through tree planting.
Encouraging every Kenyan to contribute to the cause, Tuya urged citizens to plant a minimum of five tree seedlings in their respective areas this year.
She emphasized the current favorable weather conditions as an opportune time to undertake this initiative, highlighting its importance in mitigating climate change effects and improving environmental conditions.
In her address, Tuya referenced a biblical perspective, stating, “It is the will of God for man to conserve the environment.”
Drawing from religious scripture, she underscored the significance of environmental stewardship, noting the divine connection to nature’s preservation.
Speaking during an Interdenominational prayer meeting and homecoming thanksgiving service for Tourism Principal Secretary John Ololtua in Narok County, Tuya commended the residents for their active involvement in tree-planting efforts.
She lauded the planting of over 30,000 tree seedlings in various schools within the Sub County as a commendable initiative.
Expressing satisfaction with the community’s commitment to nurturing the planted seedlings, Tuya highlighted collaborative efforts between the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and local communities.
She emphasized the importance of fostering partnerships to ensure the successful growth of planted trees, indicating KFS’s provision of seedlings and technical support.
Reiterating the significant impact of human actions on climate change, Tuya stressed the collective responsibility in reversing environmental degradation.
She emphasized that environmental conservation is a shared duty, urging all individuals to participate in tree-planting initiatives.
Additionally, Tuya reported on ongoing collaborations between her Ministry and County Governments to safeguard forests and protect the environment across the country.
During the tree planting exercise, Tourism Principal Secretary John Ololtua underscored the direct correlation between tree planting and wildlife conservation.
He highlighted the growth in tourist numbers visiting Kenya, attributing it to collaborative efforts between county and national governments in promoting tourism and leveraging untapped scenic attractions within the country.