KFS and WWF Strengthen Partnership to Achieve Kenya’s 15 Billion Tree Goal by 2032

On June 9, 2025, the Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF) hosted a delegation from the World-Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) to enhance collaboration aimed at preserving key biodiversity areas and supporting community livelihoods within Kenya’s vital ecosystems.

The meeting centered on ecosystem restoration and sustainable forest conservation, with a particular focus on fragile water tower ecosystems. The CCF emphasized the importance of aligning these efforts with the national 15 Billion Trees Initiative, aiming to revitalize Kenya’s forests and combat environmental degradation.

Discussions highlighted strategies to empower local communities to actively participate in reforestation, land restoration, and biodiversity conservation. The area under consideration spans approximately 16 million acres, of which 47% is currently degraded, alongside a concerning 68% decline in wildlife populations.

Key collaboration areas identified during the meeting included conservation, green economy initiatives, and capacity building. These efforts will ensure effective management of critical biodiversity areas while promoting sustainable livelihoods and economic opportunities through eco-friendly practices.

Attendees included Dr. Clement Ngoriareng, Acting Senior Deputy Chief Conservator of Forests; Ms. Beatrice Mbula, Deputy Chief Conservator of Forests; Mr. Ambrose Genga from the Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Unit; and representatives from WWF-Kenya: Mr. Francis Lesilau, Mr. Martin Mulama, and Mr. Jackson Kiplagat.

This partnership is poised to drive impactful, community-centered conservation efforts, accelerating progress toward both national and global biodiversity targets. By working together, KFS and WWF aim to create a sustainable future for Kenya’s rich ecosystems and the communities that depend on them.