05/06/2026
World Environment Day inspires global awareness and collective action to protect our planet. Millions of trees will be planted today, but the real question we must ask ourselves is, how many will actually survive?
For the Wildlife Clubs of Kenya and our members, we plant approximately one million trees annually. To guarantee they thrive, school students adopt these trees and nurture them until they can survive on their own. We believe in genuine environmental stewardship, not just ceremonial tree planting.
Today, WCK joined other stakeholders to mark World Environment Day at Kamanyi Primary School in Kitui, an event graced by the Country Director of ADRA, among other guests.
In alignment with this year's theme, A Global Call for Climate Action, we planted a total of 850 fruit trees across Kisasi Primary, Mulango Primary, Kalulini Secondary, and Kanyangi Primary schools.
We deliberately chose fruit trees to enhance food security, improve nutrition, and support livelihoods while contributing to climate change mitigation through carbon sequestration in the ASAL region. This activity provided a wonderful opportunity to engage learners and teachers directly on ecosystem restoration and climate resilience.
Climate change is no longer a distant threat. It is here with us, and we must examine what we are doing to protect our surroundings. Your action today, no matter how small, helps heal the planet. As you plant a tree, connect with the soil and commit to coming back tomorrow to water it.
