Mayiani Saino™

Environment Expert, working to transform global environmental pledges & commitments into action! Tweets &Opinions are personal. Retweets are not endorsements

[Mayiani Saino™ @MayianiS]

Mobility Matters!

[Mayiani Saino™ @MayianiS]

Nature is the anchor of life not a constraint on growth.Our very survival & the growth story of our future is pegged on biodiversity.
At Kapyego,Elgeyo Marakwet.I planted trees& interacted with the Sengwer people.
Indigenous people are critical in advancing biodiversity target

[Dr. Eng. Festus K. Ng’eno, MIEK, CBS @Eng_F_Ngeno]

Honoured to participate during the launch of the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) Kenya virtually. This milestone reflects the strong partnership between Government, UNDP, the private sector, and development partners in advancing Kenya’s biodiversity and sustainable development agenda.

Kenya’s rich natural capital underpins our economy and supports millions of livelihoods. However, it is increasingly under threat from climate change, land degradation, pollution, and unsustainable resource use. This is why we must treat biodiversity conservation not just as an environmental issue, but as a key economic and development priority.

BIOFIN provides us with a practical, evidence-based pathway to close the biodiversity finance gap by strengthening policy coherence, improving resource allocation, and mobilizing new and innovative financing.

As we move into implementation, our focus must now shift to action mainstreaming biodiversity into planning and budgeting, aligning financial flows with nature-positive outcomes, and scaling up investments that protect our ecosystems.

I reaffirm our commitment to working closely with the National Treasury and all stakeholders to ensure biodiversity is fully integrated into our national development processes. Together, we can build a resilient, inclusive, and nature-positive economy for present and future generations. #BIOFINLaunch #Biodiversity #NaturePositive #SustainableDevelopment

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Did you know that Kenya is a party to UNCBD and a signatory to the historic KMGBF, a 10-year roadmap to live in harmony with nature.

The 23 KMGBF targets link biodiversity to health, climate, and the economy.

Read the KMGBF Targets Booklet: https://t.co/bmDdrge5Wl

[Mayiani Saino™ @MayianiS]

This week, representatives from 14 countries gathered in Addis Ababa for the GEF Expanded Constituency Workshop (ECW). The goal? To strengthen national strategies and portfolio oversight as we head into the GEF-9 replenishment cycle .

Gearing up for GEF 9.

[State Dept For Environment & Climate Change @EnviClimateC_Ke]

Environment and Climate Change Principal Secretary, Dr. Eng. Festus K. Ng’eno, today held a bilateral meeting with Mr. Kum Jan-Seung, the First Vice Minister for Climate, Energy and Environment of South Korea, on the sidelines of the ongoing #UNEA7 meeting in Nairobi.

The discussions, also attended by Ms. Sunghyun Jang, South Korea’s Deputy Permanent Representative to UNEP and UN-Habitat, focused on strengthening collaboration between Kenya and South Korea in several key areas, including waste-to-energy technologies, climate change action, and the implementation of Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.

Dr. Ng’eno noted that the Ministry is currently exploring a working framework to deepen cooperation with South Korea on waste-to-energy and circular economy models, with an emphasis on practical learning and potential technology transfer.

As part of the collaboration, Kenya is keen to benchmark successful Korean waste-to-energy facilities, with plans for a technical visit by the PS to gain firsthand insights.

The two leaders agreed to strengthen technical cooperation to enhance Kenya’s readiness and participation in global carbon market mechanisms.

Article 6 of the Paris Agreement creates rules for international carbon markets, allowing countries to trade emission reductions (ITMOs) to meet their NDCs (Nationally Determined Contributions) via cooperative approaches Art 6.2 to unlock climate finance, linking national targets with global carbon trading for cost-effective climate action. 

The meeting also highlighted ongoing support to Kenya on biodiversity conservation, particularly through the International Climate Initiative (IKI) symbiotic, which is helping integrate biodiversity considerations into national economic planning.

Additionally, the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) a Korean-founded organizationis supporting Kenya in the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).

Dr. Ng’eno reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to deepening collaboration with South Korea, noting that the partnership aligns with Kenya’s environmental priorities and the government’s broader green growth agenda.

The PS was accompanied by Dr. Selly Kimosop, Environment Secretary; Dr. Ayub Macharia of NEMA; and Mr. Molu Wato, Director of Waste Management, Mayiani Saino (Deputy Director, MEAs). #BeatPlasticPollution #CircularEconomy

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We unpacked how businesses can shift from being extractive to being regenerative partners in our planetary system. It’s a conversation that’s urgent, necessary, and full of hope.
#circulareconomy #biodiversity

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Biodiversity& climate r inseparable. Healthy ecosystems absorb carbon, buffer communities against extreme weather&sustain the natural systems that underpin our economies, health& wellbeing. Every tree planted,wetland restored, &species protected is a step toward a more resilient.

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The planetGOLD Programme – Learnings and Looking Ahead, reflecting on the journey since 2018.

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It was great being home away from home!
A great resourceful and caring team led by @SabdiyoDido Bushina.

[UN Environment Programme @UNEP]

The countdown to #UNEA7 has begun.

Countries, organizations, and partners will gather in Nairobi to advance solutions for a resilient planet.

Register now to take part: https://t.co/Hko6zPeVP7

[UN Environment Programme in Africa @UNEP_Africa]

Africa is stepping forward for a mercury-free future. 🌍

“Africa must lead — in science, regulation and innovation — to protect our people and planet.”— Fatou Ndoye, UNEP Africa Office’s Deputy Director.

Speaking at the Africa Regional Preparatory Meeting for #COP6 of the #MinamataConvention (7–9 Oct 2025, UN Gigiri Complex, Nairobi 🇰🇪), where African nations are aligning priorities, sharing knowledge, and strengthening collective action to end mercury pollution.

#Africa #MercuryFreeFuture

[Mayiani Saino™ @MayianiS]

The NBSAP Accelerator Partnership is a catalyst to support Kenya achieve global comitments in Biodiversity management.

[Ministry of Environment, Climate Change & Forestry @Environment_Ke]

The NBSAP Accelerator Partnership is a country-led global initiative that supports the implementation of NBSAPs to collectively achieve the goals & targets of the Kunming-Montreal GBF & ultimately, the global vision of living in harmony with nature by 2050.
#CBD #GBF