Kenya, Uganda Unite in Cross-Border Tree Planting Drive to Combat Climate Change
Kenyans and Ugandans unite for a greener tomorrow! The cross-border tree planting campaign is a shining example of regional unity, tackling climate change and securing a sustainable future for generations. Let's keep growing together!
Kenya and Uganda have strengthened their partnership in the fight against climate change, launching a major cross-border environmental initiative that has already seen the planting of 30,000 fruit and indigenous trees along a 30-kilometre stretch spanning both nations.
The joint exercise, held at Tanga Kona in Nambale Constituency, Busia County brought together leaders and environmental stakeholders from the two neighbouring countries, signalling renewed commitment to sustainable environmental management and regional cooperation
Speaking during the event, Western Region Forester Stephen Echesa highlighted the significance of the initiative, noting that it goes beyond symbolic action and marks the beginning of long-term collaboration between Kenya and Uganda,.
Echesa emphasized that the partnership is designed not only to reduce carbon emissions but also to create green job opportunities for communities living along the border.
Nambale Assistant County Commissioner Sheila Lagat called on local residents to take advantage of the ongoing rainy season to plant more trees. She linked the initiative to the national target of planting 15 billion trees by the year 2032, urging communities to actively participate in achieving the presidential directive.
"Let's make use of the ongoing rains. it's easier to grow a tree when we have the rains as opposed to when the dry season is near." ~Seilla Lagat .
On the Ugandan side, Resident District Commissioner Abdul Nassa Wandera stressed that the initiative is not merely a policy directive but a practical step toward safeguarding livelihoods and preserving shared ecosystems. He noted that communities along the Kenya-Uganda border are directly dependent on natural resources, making conservation efforts critical to their survival.
"We call upon all people of Busia Uganda,Busia kenya, and the neighbouring areas. Please come and join the team . The values
and the benefits of the cross border run are basically intended to bridge a gup between the people of kenya and the people of Uganda. " ~ RDC Uganda Abdul Nasa .
John Rich Kasiba, Director at the Smart Governance office of the president, underscored the importance of a multi-agency approach in addressing environmental challenges. He noted that the cross-border tree planting initiative has now expanded to cover 30kmon both sides, demonstrating the growing scale and ambition of the program .
The campaign stands as a powerful example of regional unity,as Kenya ans Uganda work in hand to address the urgent challenges of climate change while securing a greener, more sustainable future for generations to come.
