The government through the Ministry of Education has boosted the 15 billion tree planting initiative by incorporating schools in its bid.
This, according to the experts, will incorporate learners, teachers and non-teaching staff in learning institutions hence increasing the number of trees to be planted across all 47 counties.
Among those included are learners with Disability which according to Benjamin Njoroge, the Principal at Dagoreti Special School, is the best way to go.
“The tree planting activity we have seen in our institution today is of great importance. It is unique to our learners as it sharpens their skills, keeps them active and makes them healthy. Some trees we planted today are a good source of fruits,” said Njoroge.
Njoroge’s remarks were backed by Rafael Musyoki, the Sub-county Education director, who was the chief guest at the event.
“It is a very special day for all the stakeholders in the education sector. I thank our partners Furaha and Baraka Farms for availing tree seedlings to us on time. We are hopeful that our activity today will be an eye opener to all learning intuition in all the 47 counties,” he said.
Musyoki emphasized the government's commitment to making the country green and safeguarding the ecosystem.
Daniel Mwero Kimuyu the Chief Executive Officer of Baraka and Furaha Farms on his part said tree planting and environmental conservation must be part of the Agenda for all Kenyans of goodwill.
