27
Apr
GIC Sustainability Champions Mombasa Tour
Thirty students from D.E.B Karuari Secondary School in Mbeere North, Embu County, were recently treated to an educational tour of Mombasa after emerging overall winners of Phase VI of the Green Initiative Challenge (GIC). The school topped more than 100 others from Embu, Kitui, and Machakos counties by recording the highest tree survival rate and... Read More
10
Mar
Mapping the Future: KenGen Adopts Drone Tech and GIS to Track Environmental Gains
At KenGen’s Ngong Wind Power Station, a drone hovers above the lush green forest, its camera capturing a sweeping view of the restoration project below. On the ground, a team of environmentalists, a GIS expert and a drone pilot are busy operating technical gadgets, capturing GPS point and controlling the aircraft. The objective of the... Read More
21
Jan
Fueling Excellence: Robert Momanyi’s Success Through KenGen’s Support
Robert Momanyi, hailing from Nyamira County, stands as a shining example of how education can unlock transformative potential. A former student of Dr. Ribeiro Parklands School, he excelled as the top student in Nairobi, achieving an impressive A- in the 2017 KCSE examination. This remarkable performance earned him a full university scholarship through KenGen’s Education... Read More
21
Jan
KenGen Education Scholarships Class of 2024 KCSE Results.
The KenGen Education Scholarship class of 2024 performed well in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examinations, recording three A – (minus), four B+ (plus), six B (plain), seven B- (minus), one C+ (plus) and one C (plain). Maryanne Atieno Onundi from Loreto High School, Jenesta Wawira Ndaru from Limuru Girls and Daniel Njuguna Macharia from... Read More
16
Jan
Enoosopukia Forest Restoration Gains Momentum with KenGen’s Leadership
The MD & CEO of KenGen PLC Eng. Peter Njenga toured KenGen Foundation’s Enoosopukia Adopt-A-Forest project on Friday 10 July to assess progress and reinforce KenGen’s commitment to environmental conservation. The project, nestled in the expansive Mau Forest Complex, aims to restore critical ecosystems while empowering local communities. Accompanying the MD & CEO was Mr.... Read More
02
Oct
Beatrice Oriwo: A Testament to the Power of Education
Anyone seeking an inspiring story of resilience and achievement will find it in Beatrice Oriwo from Kisumu County. Beatrice, an alumnus of the KenGen Education Scholarships program, stands as a testament to the transformative power of education. Coming from humble beginnings, she has risen above her circumstances through sheer determination and the support of KenGen’s... Read More
05
Sep
KenGen Conducts Verification of Enoosopukia Forest Pilot Project
In a recent collaborative venture aimed at ecological restoration, the Enoosopukia Adopt-A-Forest project marked a significant milestone. Spearheaded by KenGen Foundation, KenGen PLC, and the Narok County Government, this ambitious initiative aims to rejuvenate a crucial part of the expansive Mau Forest Complex by growing trees across a 50-hectare area. A joint verification conducted on... Read More
31
Jul
Empowering the Next Generation with Green Skills: A Call to Action
As the world pivots towards a greener, more sustainable future, the renewable energy sector stands at the forefront of this transformation. However, to truly capitalize on the opportunities this sector offers, a concerted effort must be made to equip young graduates with the necessary green skills. This endeavor should be a cornerstone of a Corporate... Read More
04
Jul
Foundation’s Enoosopukia Project Takes Shape
A cold mist hangs heavy in the air, clinging to the few remaining wisps of greenery struggling to survive on the barren yet lush landscape. Once a vibrant tapestry of trees, Enoosopukia Forest in Narok County now bears the scars of human encroachment. The thriving canopy that once sheltered this environment is a distant memory,... Read More
03
Apr
Curtains Close on GIC Phase VII as Phase IX Launched
Musingini Primary School, Embu County, was recognized as the winner of Phase VII of KenGen Foundation’s flagship environmental conservation programme the Schools’ Green Initiative Challenge, a school based afforestation competition located in the semi-arid counties of Embu, Machakos and Kitui on 22 March. Musingini beat 99 other competing schools in the two-year competition that saw... Read More