SherylMboya

♠️Ecopreneur
♠️Innovator
♠️UNICEF Ke Youth Champion
♠️Lawyer & IT expert
♠️Environmentalist
♠️Women and Child Rights Advocacy

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[Dr. Musonda Xoliswa Mumba @MumbaMusondam]

I have watched how the floods have ravaged Kenya 🇰🇪 with pain and also my heart in my hands (as we say in my language Bemba). Not just because I lived in Kenya for 18 years but my children are half Kenyan and they are asking a lot of questions about what’s going on.

I watched the video by @LarryMadowo below showing the road I used everyday either to run 🏃🏾‍♀️ to Karura or my kids cycling 🚴‍♀️ to school near by. I pretty much explored the many corners of this forest and as an ecologist I was blown away 😱. The number of springs and running through this forest 🌳 are just impressive and truly speaks to the original name of the city - which in the Maa language of the Maasai Nairobi is “Enkare Nyrobi” translates the place of cool waters 💦. And do note that this city on average is above 1,500m above sea level. #ConnectivityOfEcosystems

Now a small and short lesson in geography and the screenshot of Larry’s news clip (please listen to it). Some may wonder - so it seems that where he is standing, just some ordinary flood happened. NO - he is right next to a small river actually which when used to run past had quite a strong current. Now look at the screen shot of Karura forest and link to Runda - No site of this river on the map EXCEPT this river even goes through the forest. I have taken the liberty to just indicate the location of the river 🙏🏾

I want to say that what the AMAZING women of the villages around Karura Forest together with the incredible @WangariMaathai did - is a blessing on many levels. Now look at those images from Karura (thanks to @karurafriends). While there are torrents of flows, flooded areas - believe me - the wetlands, the trees and the entire ecosystem of this forest has acted as a buffer for many parts of Nairobi. IT•COULD•HAVE•BEEN•WORSE!!!! Never underestimate the POWER of fighting to save a space that saves us from entire disasters 🙏🏾

The El Niño effect (predicted months ago) is what has turned the country into a whole flooded area. Tragic - the realities of many things: climate change, terrible city planning, blockages of drains from plastics and other debris and reclaiming spaces where rivers flowed and wetlands existed.

Alas rivers have MEMORY 🙏🏾 @RamsarConv

May the souls of those lost rest in eternal peace 🙏🏾

[Isisa Ltd @IsisaLtd]

Biking for a better world: crossing continents, conquering causes.

#pedal4hope #Nairobi2Baku #innovatinghopewithisisa #africanyouth #kenyanyouth
#kenyatotheworld #climateaction

[Isisa Ltd @IsisaLtd]

Did you know? Forests are home to over 80% of terrestrial biodiversity thus being the lungs of the planet? 🌲🌴 Join us in celebrating World Forestry Day and the incredible ecosystems that sustain life on our planet!

#innovatinghopewithisisa #biodiversity #ForestDay

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

Extra Chromosome, Extra Awesome! Happy World Down Syndrome Day 💛💙

[Isisa Foundation @IsisaFoundation]

Join us in raising awareness on World Down Syndrome Day. Let's debunk stereotypes, promote inclusion and celebrate the incredible achievements of individuals with Down syndrome. Together we can build a more inclusive and compassionate world.

Happy World Downsyndrome Day
💙💛

[Zuri Foundation @zuri_awards]

A radiant constellation of brilliance! ✨

The Zuri Awards celebrate the collective power of these exceptional women.
Their diverse journeys illuminate the night, inspiring us all to reach for the stars.

#InspireInclusion #ZuriAwards #ZuriFoundation #IWD2024

[Capital FM Kenya @CapitalFMKenya]

Zuri Foundation Recognizes 11 Outstanding Women at the 8th Zuri Awards https://t.co/xIA0P0aX1w

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

A happy international women's day to all women! Your presence is celebrated and honoured.

#internationalwomensday #iwd #IWD2024

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

Yesterday evening I had the honour of attending the movie premier vide an invitation by the Ambassador of Sweden to Kenya.
The film depicts the intersection between the climatic crisis and injustices against children's rights.

The climate crisis is indeed a child rights crisis

[State Department for Diaspora Affairs | Kenya @Diaspora_KE]

Representatives from Isisa Ltd met with Amb. @HadhiamboHellen Secretary, Welfare and Partnerships, on an initiative they are embarking on this year. A cycling team supported by Isisa will be cycling from Nairobi to Azerbaijan ahead of COP29 later this year.1/4 #KenyaToTheWorld

[Africa Climate Change Communicators @AfricaClimComms]

@COP28_UAE Our brilliant journalist and TV Director Ms. @laura_kimanthi interviews Ms. @SherylMboya on Youth inclusion and #innovations @_AfricanUnion.
Thread 👇

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

What I love seeing!

@AlanaChelangat my darling keep soaring on.

[Africa Climate Change Communicators @AfricaClimComms]

‼️Guys! Guys! Guys! Hold up... when we say #ChildrenInclusivity , we mean it. A brilliant author. @laura_kimanthi @_AfricanUnion
@SherylMboya
⚠️#ParentalConsent was given to cover the young #ClimateActivist

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

*climate advocate

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

Engaged with Mr. Luis Tineo the Interim CEO at Climate Investment Funds and Alana Chelangat an 11 year old image advocate and author on the need for intergenerational and collaborative action towards climate action and climate justice.

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

Climate change is not just an environmental challenge; it's a profound threat to our children's future, impacting their health, education, and well-being. The decisions we make today will determine the world they inherit tomorrow. Meet Alana, a young climate advocate and author♥️

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

Led a few youths to a Climate Action Game at the Children and Youth Pavillion yesterday. This game peaked my interest as it encourages sustainable development through creating an equilibrium between Environmental, Economical and Social Advancement.

[Save the Children Kenya & Madagascar @SaveChildren_KE]

🌍👦🏾👧🏾 At the #AfricaClimateSummit, let's remember: the #ClimateCrisis is a CHILD crisis! 🌱🌊

"Let's make Africa fit for children." 🌏🌿

Climate change threatens the rights of our youngest generation. 🌞 This summit is our chance to explore climate finance solutions that will create a sustainable Africa for our children's future. 🌍✨ #ChildrensRights #ClimateAction #SustainableAfrica

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

@KenyaAirways has been a pioneer airline in greening the aviation industry; one of the biggest environmental polluters. These bags offered to passengers are made from recycled wine corks. Pass by the ACS exhibition stand to learn on the ways "Red is going green"

@KQSupport

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

We are live with @UNICEFKenya. @UNICEF deputy regional director, Rania Dagash and my colleague Edwin is taking us through intergenerational solidarity and the work UNICEF is doing in engaging young people in sustainable development.

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

From child rights advocate to climate champion, my journey of 15 years continues at the African Youth Climate Assembly. 🌍🌱Innovating for a sustainable future, we align with the goals of unity and action at the African Climate Summit. Together, we rise for a greener Africa! 💪🌿

[SherylMboya @SherylMboya]

"Without love we are birds with broken wings"

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