NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 23 \u2013 The Nairobi County Government joined the global community in observing World Water Day, a day on Saturday dedicated to raising awareness about the critical importance of water and advocating for its sustainable management.<\/p>\n
The event took place in Embakasi East \u2013 Mihango Ward( Karagita stadium).<\/p>\n
\u201cThis year\u2019s theme \u2018Glacier preservation\u2019 resonates with Nairobi City County Government\u2019s commitment to ensuring that the tree cover in the county is increased to avert the adverse effects of climate change. We were also able to plant 500 tree seedlings for sustainability. The team at Mihango ward will ensure that there is adequate watering to ensure the trees grow,\u201d Green Nairobi County Executive Maureen Njeri stated.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s World Water Day theme underscores the urgent need to address the effects of rapid glacier melting, which poses a significant threat to water security and ecosystems worldwide.<\/p>\n
The event\u00a0 was graced by the Environment and Water team Mr Oscar Omoke, Chief Officer, Water; \u00a0The CEO Nairobi Water\u00a0 Eng. Nahashon Muguna, Director Water, Mr Mario Kainga, Director Environment Mr John\u00a0 Malawi, and the area MCA\u2019s\u00a0 team and the environment subsector team including the Green Army.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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