(Posted 02nd September 2022)
| August Edition 2022 THE LAIKIPIA FORUM CONFIRMS MEMBERS OF ITS NEW BOARD AND APPOINTS NEW CHAIR The Laikipia Forum is pleased to confirm the appointment of 15 board members to its family. In a bid to strengthen partnership and cohesion among conservation organizations, the Forum chose a 15 member board derived from key stakeholders in the conservation sector within the Greater Laikipia region. READ MORE  WATERNARO MORU WRUA REAPS THE FRUITS OF PARTNERSHIPS FOR GOOD WATER STEWARDSHIP The Farmers Learning Center is well on its way to completion. Focusing on improved, sustainable farming practices that are adapting to climate change will make farmers more resilient and benefit the environment. Article continues here ALTERNATIVE FINANCING The Maji “Chap Chap” Loan ExplainedThe first water loan was given on September 2020. To date EMU SACCO has financed 26 of its members with over 2 million Kenya Shillings through the Maji Chap Chap loan. Article continues here EARTH’S FRESHWATER CYCLE EXCEEDS SAFE LIMIT A comprehensive scientific assessment in 2015 found that human activity has already breached four of the planetary boundaries. Greenhouse gas emissions are brewing a hotter climate, the sixth mass extinction of species. Article continues here BECOME A MEMBER OF MKEWP TODAY  TOURISMMATCH-MAKING LTA Linking Job Seekers with Members One of the benefits the Laikipia Tourism Association offers to its members is helping members access a skilled labor pool. The Laikipia Tourism Association also serves as an information clearinghouse on training, certification opportunities, and internships. Article continues here BECOME A MEMBER OF LAIKIPIA TOURISM ASSOCIATION TODAY  RANGELANDS TRANSFORMING ANIMAL HEALTHCARE IN LAIKIPIA NORTH AND BEYOND ORAMAT LENABOISHO COOPERATIVE SOCIETY has identified the need for many pastoralists to access animal drugs at favourable prices and locations. Therefore, the Society partnered with MEDISELL DAWA COMPANY- an animal input supplier to ensure that this need is served. Article continues here  WILDLIFE COLO BRIDGE Ontulili Primate Protection Partners With Mount Kenya Trust To Conserve Colobus Monkeys The Colobus Monkey is fast-moving compared to the other primates, and that is one among other ways in which the colobus monkey avoids their predators and enemies along the river, moving and sticking together as a group. Article continues here ONTULILI PRIMATES PROTECTION SUPPORTS THE CONTROL OF INVASIVE SPECIES The organization is keen on controlling its spread in the near future by constantly creating awareness among the residents on the side effects of the species. The organization will promote other species that can be used in place of eucalyptus. Article continues here  CONSERVATION EDUCATION NEW LAW ON SUSTAINABLE WASTE MANAGEMENT Kenya now has a Sustainable Waste Management Act. Enacted by President Uhuru Kenyatta, the 2021 legislation provides for the establishment of a Waste Management Board, mandatory extended producer responsibility programs. Article continues here BECOME A MEMBER OF THE LAIKIPIA FORUM TODAY |
