Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Environment Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa, with other leaders, when he launched the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki today visited Kiptulos Secondary School in Elgeyo Marakwet County, where he launched the fencing of Kaptagat Forest and participated in tree planting activities to mark the 10th anniversary of the Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme.
The programme, initiated by Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo, has for the past decade focused on restoring and protecting the Kaptagat ecosystem through reforestation, community participation and sustainable environmental conservation initiatives.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has a word with Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Uasin Gishu senator Jackson Mandago during the launch of the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the launch of the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
Speaking during the event, Kindiki underscored the government's commitment to safeguarding Kenya's water towers and increasing forest cover as part of national efforts to combat climate change, protect biodiversity and secure water resources for future generations.
He praised the partnership between government agencies, local communities and conservation stakeholders for sustaining the programme over the last 10 years.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the launch of the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the launch of the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen with Uasin Gishu senator Jackson Mandago and Nandi Governor Stephen Sang during the launch of the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
Uasin Gishu senator Jackson Mandago in some light moments with Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen during the launch of the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
The launch of the forest fencing project is expected to enhance protection against encroachment, illegal logging and other destructive human activities that threaten the ecosystem.
The tree planting exercise brought together government officials, conservation groups, students and residents, reaffirming Kenya's commitment to environmental restoration and the national target of growing billions of trees under the country's ambitious forest conservation agenda.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen in some light moments with Uasin Gishu senator Jackson Mandago during the launch of the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with Environment Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa with other leaders when he launched the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki with Environment Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa with other leaders when he launched the fencing of Kaptagat Forest in Elgeiyo Marakwet on July 11, 2026/DPCS
