Can We Really Trust Our Legal Frameworks? In any functioning democracy, laws are meant to guide, regulate, and protect. They provide a sense of order and justice, ensuring that all players—big or small—are held accountable. But what happens when these laws, though written in ink, lose their power to enact real change? In Kenya, the […]
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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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Kenya’s mining sector is an important source of economic growth, but it is also riddled with potential for income loss due to legal and regulatory loopholes. The sector is governed by a set of regulations intended to regulate extraction, taxes, and environmental compliance, but these rules contain flaws that have been systematically exploited. This exploitation,
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As the world progresses, there is great knowledge that remains underutilized particularly concerning the traditional approaches to ecology. Indigenous knowledge offers opportunities regarding good living and interacting positively with nature, advanced over periods by people living with nature. This indigenous know-how is beneficial especially in providing effective methods on how to tackle current environmental issues.
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Public participation is more than just a democratic ideal; it’s a crucial component of governance that ensures the voices of citizens are heard and considered in decision-making processes. In Kenya, public participation has increasingly become a focal point in governance, shaping policies and legislation in significant ways. However, the effectiveness of public participation can be
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Climate change lawsuits have emerged as an effective instrument in the global fight against climate change. This article identifies the trends, problems, and implications for legal practice, focusing on Kenya and a pertinent case study from the region. Consider this: there has been a global spike in litigation concerning climate change. According to the UNEP
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In our fast-paced, technology-driven world, the importance of connecting with nature has never been more evident. As we navigate the constant bombardment of stimuli from modern life—think notifications, emails, and social media—our mental health often pays the price. We also live in a time when man doesn’t need to go outside. At the touch of
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The recent symposium on “Emerging Issues in Environmental Law,” held on May 30-31, 2024, in Nairobi and online marked a pivotal moment in the global conversation about our planet’s future. Gathering experts from around the world, the event highlighted the current state of environmental policies and pointed towards the future, emphasizing the need for evolving
Kenya is a signatory to international multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs) which serve as foundations for environmental conservation, global environmental awareness, and sustainable development. The MEA’s come in the form of conventions, treaties, agreements and protocols. These MEA’s serve as cornerstones for conservation of the environment, worldwide environmental awareness, and sustainable environmental development. Kenya’s commitment to
