Kenya Joins Global Call to Protect Children from Climate Crisis: Leaders Urge Action

By Judith Mwai Lolwe Media Staff Writer Climate & Agrculture 

Speaking during the brief at the Kenya Metrological Department  The Africa Communities Of Planetary For Health & Environment (ACCRCC) Executive Director Dr. Pamella Kaithuru has emphasize and rooted as Kenya marked World Children's Day with a resounding call to action, highlighting the urgent need to protect children from the devastating impacts of climate change. Leaders, child advocates, and climate partners emphasized the importance of involving children in national climate conversations, ensuring their voices are heard, and empowering them to contribute to solutions.

The Climate Threat to Children

Extreme weather events, food insecurity, and environmental degradation are increasingly threatening children's wellbeing. Many children face hunger, life-threatening conditions, and lack access to safe, healthy environments. The Kenya Meteorological Department stressed the importance of protecting trees, green spaces, and promoting climate-friendly practices to mitigate the long-term effects of climate change.

Empowering Young Voices

Hon Goerge Kimiti Director Natural Resource Kajiado County emphasize to

Leaders and reaffirmed the importance of giving children a voice in shaping Kenya's environmental future. Awareness, education, and inclusion are key to ensuring children understand climate change and feel empowered to contribute to solutions. World Children's Day serves as a reminder that children are not just beneficiaries of climate action, but active stakeholders and future guardians of the planet.

A Call to Action

The event, held as part of the national Climate Action and Children's Climate Day, brought together government and climate-focused organizations. Leaders ACCRCC Co- founder Dr. Nathan Uchtmann  urged Kenyans to take care of trees, protect green spaces, and adopt climate-friendly practices to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.