NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 10 \u2013 Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo led a tree planting exercise on Friday at Mbita Primary School, emphasizing the vital role schools play in advancing sustainable environmental efforts across Kenya.<\/p>\n
Addressing a gathering of students, teachers, and community leaders, PS Omollo underscored the unique position schools hold in nurturing tree-growing initiatives.<\/p>\n
\u201cSchools offer a consistent presence of pupils, teachers, and the surrounding community. This makes them ideal custodians of young trees. It\u2019s not just about planting them\u2014it\u2019s about ensuring they grow,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The event was held as part of Mazingira Day, which is dedicated to environmental conservation and climate action.<\/p>\n
Dr. Omollo highlighted the stark contrast of Kenya\u2019s climate extremes\u2014from droughts to devastating floods\u2014and stressed the urgency of tree planting in restoring ecological balance and safeguarding lives and property.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday is more than a ceremonial activity,\u201d he noted. \u201cIt\u2019s a national commitment to healing our land, and we are beginning right here with our children, the stewards of our future.\u201d<\/p>\n
He commended the support of key stakeholders, including the Kenya Forest Service, local government, and various partners who continue to bolster national tree-planting efforts.<\/p>\n
He also praised the Homa Bay County Government for its ongoing collaboration in environmental restoration programs, such as the reforestation of Gembe Hills\u2014an initiative launched two years ago and still under active monitoring.<\/p>\n
PS Omollo emphasized that the work doesn\u2019t end with planting.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe must go back to where we planted before. We must ensure those trees grow. It\u2019s not enough to launch programs\u2014we must follow through,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n
Beyond environmental concerns, the PS also addressed school infrastructure.<\/p>\n
Responding to a request from the school\u2019s board for assistance with fencing, Dr. Omollo made a personal commitment to help enhance the school\u2019s safety and security.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis initiative allows us to engage with school management\u2014not just about trees, but about performance, resources, and how we can support the growth of these young minds,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Dozens of indigenous tree species were planted within the school compound, with students pledging to care for them as part of their learning and civic responsibility.<\/p>\n
\u201cI want everyone in this compound to take home two or three fruit seedlings. I don\u2019t want you coming back to steal fruits from the school,\u201d said Dr. Omollo, lightheartedly.<\/p>\n
The PS also took the opportunity to highlight various government programs across the country aimed at uplifting the lives of local communities.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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