MAKUENI SAND AUTHORITY PLANTS 2,000 TREES TO BOOST CLIMATE RESILIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION.

The Makueni County Sand Conservation and Utilization Authority on Tuesday led a major tree planting exercise along Masaani River in Ukia Sub-ward, where more than 2,000 trees were planted to restore the river ecosystem and strengthen climate resilience.

The initiative brought together local residents and county officials in efforts aimed at reducing soil erosion, improving water retention, protecting sand harvesting areas and enhancing environmental sustainability.

Speaking during the exercise, Managing Director Ndambuki Kioko said the programme forms part of the County Government’s broader climate change resilience-building efforts through sustainable natural resource management and ecosystem restoration.