A man walks on cracked up ground due to drought during World Desertification and Drought Day in Chalbi Desert, Marsabit county, on June 17, 2021 /FILE
As we observe Africa Environment Day and Wangari Maathai Day yearly
on March 3, we must
reflect on whether we have upheld
the late Nobel laureate’s aspirations
and ideals. Unfortunately, our actions suggest otherwise.
Conservation efforts remain weak, and our
cities and rural areas continue to
struggle with waste management.
In Nairobi, litter is scattered across
streets, while roadsides from Ruiru
to Tala in Machakos are lined with
uncollected garbage.
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