Kisii County has witnessed a significant turnout of leaders and residents for a tree-planting initiative, transforming into a hub of environmental conservation and climate change mitigation.
The National tree-planting exercise was spearheaded by Edward Kisiangani, the Principal Secretary for ICT in the Department of Information and Broadcasting, at Nsaria Hills in the region.
Representing CS Eliud Owalo, Kisiangani emphasized the importance of Information Computer Technology (ICT) literacy, considering its pivotal role in global communication.
He highlighted the digitization of activities, including the tree-planting initiative, in the era of advanced science.
“In alignment with the government’s target to plant 15 billion trees by 2032, there should be collective responsibility among residents to ensure the initiative’s success,” Kisiangani stated.
Governor Simba Arati, joined by Deputy Governor Robert Monda and County Speaker Dr. Philip Nyanumba, expressed gratitude to Kebute Primary School scouts and girl guide teams for their role in tree planting at Nsaria Hill.
“Let us love planting indigenous trees because they are friendlier to out environment as they give the original touch of beauty,” he stressed.
Arati also announced plans to collaborate with the National government to establish an eco-tourism center at Nsaria Hill.
He encouraged the submission of ideas from individuals and institutions to lead Kisii County in the fight against climate change and food insecurity.
The governor commended the Management Board of Cardinal Otunga Mosocho High School for partnering with NEMA, naming the school a center of excellence in environmental conservation and climate change.
In Nyangweta forest, Kisii University Vice Chancellor Prof. Nathan Ogech led residents in planting 6,000 seedlings, emphasizing the importance of forestry in providing natural herbs and conserving the environment.
“University students to engage in research groups focusing on environmental conservation and fighting climate change,” Prof. Ogech stated.
At Sameta Secondary School, Sameta Subcounty Deputy Commissioner Moses Muriuki, accompanied by MCA Joseph Sonye and Subcounty Director of Education Christine Ongwae, aimed to plant 100,000 trees by the end of 2024, contributing to the national tree planting exercise.
In Ibeno ward of Nyaribari Chache Constituency, MCA Steve Arika led residents in planting 2,000 trees, part of the ward’s ongoing effort that had already seen 14,000 trees planted since last year.
Arika stressed the importance of caring for the seedlings by providing shelter and fencing them from animals.
By Enock Okong’o
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