The process of making a finance bill in Kenya. In our first edition of The Green Brief Legal Brief, we break down the intricate process behind Kenya’s Finance Bill and why it matters. From county-level budget planning to national policy decisions, we explore how fiscal priorities are set and the role of public participation in […]
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The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. It was adopted by 196 Parties at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP21) in Paris, France, on 12 December 2015. It entered into force on 4 November 2016. On his first day in office of his second term, President Donald Trump signed an
This is a document that is used in the making of the Finance Bill. If approved, the suggested changes are then included in the finance bill and upon its presidential assent, it will govern how we use the countries finance’s for that financial year. What to Watch Out For: Being informed about such legislative drafts
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“As Africa continues to bear the brunt of climate change despite contributing the least to its causes, COP29 presented both opportunities and challenges for the continent. From the prohibitive costs of participation to ongoing exclusionary practices, the conference underscored the need for a more inclusive approach. In this blog, we explore how COP29’s outcomes—such as climate finance and carbon market mechanisms—impact Africa, and whether they offer realistic solutions to the continent’s climate challenges or merely reinforce old patterns of neglect.
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A podcast by The Green Brief. Hosted by Elizabeth Gitari Mitaru. In a world facing unprecedented environmental challenges, The podcast takes listeners on a journey to the heart of the conservation movement. Episodes will features in-depth conversations offering a unique perspective on the critical work being done to safeguard the Earth’s ecosystems. “Conservation Conversations” shines
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Embark on a transformative journey with us as we unveil ‘The ESG Edge: Thriving in a Green Economy’ course series, spearheaded by our esteemed managing partner, Elizabeth Gitaru Mitaru, a climate change and environmental law expert, alongside Just Ivy Africa, renowned for her innovative digital influence. Over the span of 8 weeks, from April 3rd
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Introduction Like many other developing countries, Kenya faces the dual challenge of mitigating the effects of climate change, while guaranteeing the availability of clean and reliable energy to its ever-growing population. Green energy projects offer a promising solution, but their success lies in a crucial factor: community participation. Community participation can be described as an
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Introduction Kenya’s bold and ambitious embrace of green and renewable energy poses an unprecedented problem of balancing clean energy goals while taking into consideration the rights of the communities affected by green energy projects. Contemporarily, the development of these projects is underpinned in an interconnected web of legal frameworks and principles that intend to promote
