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President Ruto leads Kaptagat’s 9th forest restoration drive
Presided over by President William Ruto, the restoration drive featured community-driven activities including tree planting, cycling and racing for the forest.
This year’s programme also included support for members of the Kaptagat Community Forest Association (CFA) through the provision of 25 high-quality dairy cows by WWF-Kenya, aimed at improving livelihoods while reducing pressure on the forest.
President Ruto reiterated the government’s plan to fence off the forest to enhance its protection while ensuring that surrounding communities are not left behind.
“We will secure the forest through fencing, but at the same time, user rights will be granted to local communities so that they can benefit sustainably from forest resources,” the President said.
Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr Deborah Barasa called on all Kenyans to take collective responsibility in safeguarding the Kaptagat ecosystem.
“Environmental conservation is not the work of a few; it is our collective duty. The future of this forest and the communities around it depends on the decisions we make today,” said Baraza, underlining the role of public participation in climate resilience.
Dr. Chris Kiptoo, the Patron of the programme and Principal Secretary—The National Treasury, emphasized the connection between healthy ecosystems and thriving communities.
“Kaptagat is about people, nature, and the future. Through our goals—Kawi Safi, Mazingira Safi, Maji Safi, and Pesa Mfukoni—we are showing that restoring the environment can also improve livelihoods,” Kiptoo said.
Mohamed Awer—Chief Executive Officer, WWF-Kenya, underscored Kaptagat’s global significance beyond environmental restoration.
“This region is a training ground for world-class athletes like Eliud Kipchoge. Even international athletes come here because of the clean air and healthy environment. Protecting this ecosystem supports not just nature, but also elite athletic performance,” said Awer.
In collaboration with the Kaptagat CFA, WWF-Kenya supported the community with 25 dairy cows, handed over during the event by President Ruto. The initiative is intended to promote sustainable livelihoods while encouraging forest protection.
Jane Mambei, one of the beneficiaries, welcomed the support and expressed the community’s commitment to conservation.
“This cow will give me more milk and help support my family. We’ve agreed as a community not to graze them in the forest because there are young tree seedlings. We want to protect the forest while also improving our lives,” she said.
With its integrated approach to conservation, climate action, and economic empowerment, the integrated programme continues to serve as a leading example of how environmental sustainability and community development can go hand in hand.
© Faith Tanui / WWF-Kenya
WWF-Kenya donated 25 high-yield dairy cows to the Kaptagat Community Forest Association to help improve livelihoods and reduce reliance on forest resources. The high-yield dairy cows, managed under zero grazing, ensures that communities do not overgraze in the Kaptagat Forest.