It was pomp and color as KFS hosted Her Excellency the Second Lady Dr. Pastor Dorcas Rigathi to tree planting, games and fun activities to mark the World Environment Day at Karura Forest, KFS headquarters.
Received by the Board Chairman Mr Titus Korir, Her Excellency led participants in planting 350 tree seedlings and further donating 2000 to participants.
The Special Olympics Kenya Unified Green Cup organised by the Special Olympics Kenya presented an opportunity for participants to plant trees and learn more about environment conservation and management.
Speaking at the event Her Excellency Dorcas Rigathi lauded the government’s efforts in tree growing that will help in mitigating the adverse effects of climate change such as the devastating floods that the country faced.
She then affirmed her office’s commitment in the 15 billion tree growing initiative through building of tree nurseries.
Her Excellency Second Lady also lauded the organization of such events as they were not only a platform for learning but also a bonding session which contributes to improved mental health for the young minds.
The Principal Deputy CCF Ms Charity Munyasya thanked the Second Lady for choosing to celebrate World Environment Day at Karura Forest and for her office efforts in Tree growing through Tree planting initiatives and building tree nurseries that will contribute to attaining the 30% tree cover.
Also present at the event was the Commandant Mohammed Adan and Deputy CCF Beatrice Mbula.
