Conservation drive launched by NSSF, aiming to plant 2 million trees for landmark forest restoration.
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) of Kenya has embarked on a transformative tree planting campaign targeting 2 million trees within the current financial year. This initiative, announced by Ronald Migosi, the NSSF Managing Trustee, during a tree planting day at Migaa Golf Club, is a strategic move towards environmental stewardship, socio-economic growth, and community engagement [1][3].
Commemorating NSSF’s 60th anniversary, the campaign involves partnerships with organizations such as Migaa Golf Club and Finnet Trust Foundation. The goal is to integrate environmental conservation with community empowerment, contributing to a sustainable future and aligning with national priorities [1][3].
This tree planting effort supports the presidential directive on tree planting, which is part of Kenya's broader strategy to mitigate climate change, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and restore degraded landscapes [1][3]. The campaign is in line with Kenya's Vision 2030 economic blueprint, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and global climate action efforts.
The campaign complements President William Ruto’s May 2024 campaign, which aims to plant over 5 billion trees across Kenya to increase the country's green cover [1][3]. Mungai, a spokesperson for the initiative, emphasized the long-term benefits of tree planting, stating that the tree and shade cover enjoyed today are the result of trees planted years ago [2]. Mungai also highlighted the importance of tree planting for future generations, even if the planter does not directly benefit [2].
The beauty of tree planting, according to Mungai, lies in the long-term benefits, with trees providing cool weather and shade for future generations [2]. The campaign is being conducted in conjunction with the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, underscoring its commitment to sustainable development.
References:
[1] NSSF Press Release, "NSSF Launches Tree Planting Campaign," 10 May 2024. [2] Kenya News Network, "Mungai Emphasizes Long-Term Benefits of Tree Planting," 15 May 2024. [3] The Standard, "NSSF's Tree Planting Campaign Aligned with National Priorities," 17 May 2024.
- The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) tree planting campaign, in line with Kenya's Vision 2030 and global climate action efforts, aims to integrate environmental conservation with community empowerment, contributing to sustainable living and aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- As part of Kenya's broader strategy to mitigate climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the NSSF campaign, which targets 2 million trees, supports the presidential directive on tree planting and complements President William Ruto’s May 2024 campaign to plant over 5 billion trees across Kenya.
- In emphasizing the long-term benefits of the tree planting campaign, a spokesperson for the initiative mentions the importance of tree planting for future generations and notes that the tree and shade cover enjoyed today are the result of trees planted years ago, advocating for sustainable living and environmental-science practices.
