Copicad

04/05/2026

This week, COPICAD is part of the restoration champions in Kenya’s Greater Rift Valley, engaging in a Peer-to-Peer Learning Exchange from May 4–8.

Together, we are sharing hands-on skills, learning from the field, and strengthening community-led restoration efforts.

Seeds of hope are taking root. 🌱

01/05/2026

🌱 Honoring hands that restore nature and build stronger communities.

27/04/2026

COPICAD echoes its commitment to conserving the environment whose systems provide for us and for the economy.
Forests go beyond mere scenery. They are the core of clean water, rich soils, and stable livelihoods. Forest conservation goes hand-in-hand with agriculture, income generation, and better health outcomes, in the wider Aberdare ecosystem. Thriving forests bring thriving economies.

As an organization, COPICAD believes in the integration of conservation with socioeconomic development. Tree growing and land restoration activities contribute to socio-economic development and sustainability, thus making us believe that conservation leads to climate change adaptation.

Conservation leads to socioeconomic development and sustainability because the two processes are intertwined. The path to a stronger economy and a healthier environment is the same path. It starts with protecting our forests.

Each day reminds us that conservation is not a one-time effort. It is a continuous responsibility that requires collective action.

Let us act with purpose. Let us restore what sustains us.

🌱🌍

22/04/2026

How did identify the most strategic places for investment?

Through a new, data-driven targeting approach combining:
🛰️AI-backed tree datasets
🌲Biodiversity, water, and food security layers
🧠Knowledge from local government institutions
🤝Co-creation with community-rooted organizations

The result? 53 investments across strategic “clusters” in each landscape, from Rwanda’s Gishwati-Mukura to Kenya’s Aberdare-Malewa and Ghana’s Juaboso-Bia.

These clusters guide restoration champions to maximize impact for biodiversity, the climate, food security, and clean water.






Learn more:👉🏿 https://copicad-org.odoo.com/r/NDx

21/04/2026

We are excited to announce that our organization has been
selected as one of the 53 restoration champions in ’s
third cohort!

In support of the initiative, we will work alongside
local communities to grow 70,000 trees, restore 70 hactares
and create 80 green jobs in Kinangop- Nyandarua county.

Our project will restoring the environment, improving livelihoods,
and building a more resilient and empowered community.

Together, we can restore land, livelihoods, and hope.

Learn more: https://copicad-org.odoo.com/r/hTO

17/04/2026

17/04/2026

A Food Basket, Yet Empty Plates

we had a meaningful engagement with Community Health Promoters from different units in Weru Ward—focused on one shared goal: ending malnutrition in our communities.

Nyandarua may be known as a food basket, yet many families still struggle with proper nutrition. Community Health Promoters have been at the forefront of addressing this—guiding households on kitchen gardens, disease surveillance, and preventive health practices. Their work continues to shape healthier communities every day.

As COPICAD, we are complementing these efforts by bringing our highly nutritious products—Uji Mix, Nyenice Toto, and organic vegetables to communities at the household level—designed to help curb malnutrition and improve household nutrition.

This partnership brings together knowledge and practical solutions. By working hand in hand, we will educate, support, and ensure that families not only grow food but also access and understand the value of proper nutrition.

Together, we are not just addressing a challenge—we are building a future where every household in Nyandarua is healthy, informed, and nourished. 🌍✨

14/04/2026

WE’RE CELEBRATING A BIG WIN! 🌍🎉

We are beyond proud to share that COPICAD has been shortlisted for the Warriors for Good Awards 2026 in not one, but TWO incredible categories!

🏆 Climate Action & Environmental Conservation
🏆 Best Grassroots / Community Development Initiative

This recognition reflects the heart of what we do every day—walking hand in hand with communities to restore ecosystems, build resilience, and create sustainable livelihoods. 🌱💚
From tree growing to empowering youth, women, and local leaders, this journey has been powered by people, passion, and purpose. And to date, that impact is being seen and celebrated on a bigger stage!

We are excited to head to the Gala Awards on April 24th in Nairobi as we celebrate this milestone with other changemakers across Africa. 🌍✨

To our community, partners, and supporters—this is YOUR win too!
Let’s keep growing, restoring, and transforming lives together.

he journey continues… and the best is yet to come!

10/04/2026

Hope arrived in Kinangop… quietly, but full of promise 🌱

The community came together.
Two RUA groups from Karima and Katiri gathered,
listening, sharing, and believing in what is coming.

This is more than a project.
It is a journey in motion.

Across the land, 70,000 trees are taking root—
bringing forests back to life,
shielding rivers,
healing the earth.

Beehives are not just being distributed.
They are income buzzing into homes, supporting families through bee product.
sweetening lives🐝

Apple trees are not just crops.🍎
They are money in pockets, dignity, and independence.

When livelihoods grow… forests are protected.
When people earn… trees are not cut.

Smiles filled the room as the community embraced this vision.
We believe change begins quietly…
in meetings, in seeds, in small steps…
until it grows into something powerful.
Kinangop is rising 🌍

07/04/2026

Restoring Nature, Transforming Lives in Kinangop

A new chapter in environmental restoration and community empowerment is unfolding in Kinangop, Nyandarua County. COPICAD, a non-governmental organization, has launched a six-year project, with support from the World Resources Institute, aimed at creating lasting positive change for both communities and the environment.

The project will see the planting of 70,000 trees in the Aberdare Forest and in homes along River Mukungi and Kitiri. This effort will help protect water sources, restore ecosystems, and improve climate resilience in the area.

At the same time, the project focuses on improving livelihoods. 150 community members will benefit from apple farming. Over 100 beehives will also be distributed to support beekeeping. This will help families earn income from honey, wax, and other bee products.

To begin this journey, meetings were held with community members from Karima, Katiri, Magooko and Kabi Mbao. The community welcomed the project with great excitement and support.
This initiative shows how environmental action can also improve lives and build stronger communities. As the project begins, Kinangop stands as a promising example of how local action can protect nature while improving lives.