When Rain Becomes A Curse

Budalangi, a low-lying region in Kenya’s Busia County. The scenery is stunning but beneath the surface lies a tale of devastation and despair. This region has been synonymous with perennial floods, a situation exacerbated by climate change, structural failures, and policy shortcomings.
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Episodes
It's All In The Soil It's All In The Soil November 5, 2024
Education For Climate Action We explore schools that are integrating climate action into the curriculum and the future scenarios for Kenya under different climate models.   October 28, 2024
Earthwise Summit: Climate Policy and Governance, What are we missing? Africa's Climate Policy: Balancing Global Commitments and Local Realities Panelists:
  • Dr George Wamukoya, Team Lead – African Group of Negotiators Expert Support
  • Kisilu Musya, Community Leader and Farmer – Kyavando Cooperative (Kitui)
  • Julius Korir, CBS – Principal Secretary - Ministry for Water and Sanitation
  • Dr Alice Kaudia, Africa Environment Policy Advisor
 October 21, 2024
Earthwise Summit: Harnessing Nature, Solutions for Biodiversity Conservation and Climate Resilience Protecting Biodiversity Hotspots: Strategies for Sustainable Conservation
    • Panelists:
      • Prof. Charles Musyoki, Director, Wildlife and Community Service – Kenya Wildlife Service
      • Nancy Githaiga, Country Director – Africa Wildlife Foundation
      • Susan Jepkemoi, CEO – Baringo County Conservancies Association
      • Yvonne Muyia, Programme Coordinator – REEFolution Trust
      • Henry Gandhi, Research Associate – African Conservation Centre
 October 21, 2024
Earthwsie Summit: Building Bridges, The Role of Climate Diplomacy in a Changing World Navigating Global Alliances and Challenges in the Fight Against Climate Change Panelists:
  • Prof. Maria Nzomo
  • Philip Owade
  • Boaz Mbaya
  • Dr Kipyego Cheluget
 October 21, 2024
Earthwise Summit: Greening Infrastructure, Building Sustainable Systems for the Future How infrastructure and cities can be made climate-resilient to withstand extreme weather events
    • Panelists:
      • H.E Mohamed Adan Khalif, Governor – Mandera County
      • Dr Robert Sangori, Lead – Building Climate Resilience with the Urban Poor, Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development
      • Nasra Nanda, CEO – Kenya Green Building Society and Nominated Member of the County Assembly of Nairobi
      • Louise Mathu, Lawyer and Environmental Planning Expert
 October 21, 2024
Earthwise Summit: Youth Innovation and Leadership, Shaping the Future of Climate Action Showcasing youth-led initiatives and exploring how young leaders are driving climate action across Africa. October 21, 2024
Earthwise Summit: Equity and Climate Justice, Ensuring a Fair Transition for All Addressing the disproportionate impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations in Africa, with a focus on gender, youth, and indigenous communities. October 21, 2024
Soaring High Landing Green Focus on the impact of climate change on the aviation industry and what it means for the future of flying. Recently, a flight had to make an emergency landing due to turbulence which led to the death of two passengers and injured tens others. Scientists say such incidences will increase with climate change. October 21, 2024