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The Director General of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), Mamo B. Mamo, EBS, today hosted a delegation from The Nature Conservancy (TNC) at his office.
The meeting, led by TNC’s Kenya Program Director, Ms. Munira Bashir, focused on exploring potential areas of collaboration between NEMA and TNC, particularly in the fields of circular economy, ecosystem restoration, and climate action.
Ms. Bashir was accompanied by Mr. Jared Gambo, TNC’s Africa Climate Adaptation Specialist. The discussions were also attended by key NEMA officials, including Mr. John Wafula, Senior Principal Program and Partnerships Officer, and Dr. Jusper Omwenga, Principal Environment Planning Officer.
The meeting underscored the importance of partnerships in driving sustainable environmental initiatives in Kenya. Both NEMA and TNC emphasized their commitment to enhancing efforts in combating climate change, restoring ecosystems, and promoting circular economy practices.
The collaboration between NEMA and TNC is expected to foster innovative solutions and strengthen the capacity of both organizations to address environmental challenges in Kenya. This partnership aims to align with national and global climate goals, ensuring a resilient and sustainable future for the country.
As discussions continue, both NEMA and TNC expressed optimism about the positive impact their collaboration could have on Kenya’s environmental management and climate adaptation strategies.
