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- [blog 1](https://bonganagava.com/blog-1/)
- [Civic Education, Citizen Engagement and Public Participation Policy 2026](https://bonganagava.com/civic-education-citizen-engagement-and-public-participation-policy-2026/): Hey Bonga Na Gava Warriors You know how we’re always saying the county doesn’t listen to us? Well, here’s the deal: The Nairobi City County Government is actually writing a new rulebook on how they should engage with residents (officially called the Civic Education, Citizen Engagement and Public Participation Policy 2026). And the best part? They are actively asking for our input to build it. This isn’t just another boring government document to ignore. For us as young people, this is a rare chance to literally write the rules on how we want to be heard, how public forums should
- [THE KENYA NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY 2025 - 2034 Blog](https://bonganagava.com/the-kenya-national-energy-policy-2025-2034-blog/):  Kenya National Energy Policy 2025–2034 Kenya’s Energy Policy, At a Crossroads: The Tension Between Renewables and Fossil Fuels Blog By Bonga Na Gava  Kenya stands at a crossroads in its energy journey. With the National Energy Policy 2025–2034, the country is presenting one of its most ambitious attempts yet to reshape how energy is produced, distributed, and consumed. The policy sets out a wide-ranging vision: expanding renewable energy, achieving universal electricity and clean cooking access by 2030, strengthening regional energy trade, modernising infrastructure, improving efficiency and conservation, mobilising financing, reforming procurement, and advancing green industrialisation. It is anchored on four
- [FCMA Blog](https://bonganagava.com/fcma-blog/): Policy Review  |  Forest Governance Forests at a Crossroads: Rethinking Power, Institutions, and Purpose in Kenya’s Forest Law Reforms By Bonga Na Gava  •  Forest Conservation & Management Amendment Bill, 2025 The Forest Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill 2025 seeks to amend the Forest Conservation and Management Act (No. 34 of 2016) to address emerging challenges in forest governance, forest management, decentralisation, and sustainable forest use. While the FCMA 2016 was enacted, among other objectives, to give effect to Article 69 of the Constitution of Kenya, which provides for the development and sustainable management, including the conservation and rational utilisation,
- [EIA (Environmental Impact Assesment)](https://bonganagava.com/eia-environmental-impact-assesment/): Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Complete Overview of the Process in Kenya EIA Process Resources What is an EIA? An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is an essential environmental management tool. It is a systematic and scientific study used to: Identify, predict, and critically examine the potential positive and negative impacts of a planned project on the environment. Improve the quality of the project outcome by incorporating environmental considerations early on. Develop robust mitigation measures for any negative impacts that may result from the proposed development activities. Legal Framework for EIAs in Kenya 🇰🇪 The EIA process is mandated and governed by
- [THE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION & MANAGEMENT BILL, 2025. ](https://bonganagava.com/wcmb-2025/): THE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION & MANAGEMENT BILL, 2025. Introduction Purpose Key Differences Bill Sections Submit Comments Introduction to the Wildlife Conservation & Management Bill 2025 The Wildlife Conservation and Management Bill 2025 is a transformative piece of legislation that seeks to redefine how Kenya manages and protects its wildlife. Unlike an amendment, this is a comprehensive new law aimed at replacing the existing Wildlife Act to better reflect the needs of the country today and in the future. The State Department for Wildlife, under the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, has commenced the review of the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act
- [THE DRAFT FOREST CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT ACT (FCMA)](https://bonganagava.com/the-draft-forest-conservation-management-amendment-bill-2025/): Amendment Bill · 2025 The Forest Conservation & Management(Amendment) Bill, 2025 Another chance to shape the future of our forests. Public participation is open again, and your voice matters more than ever. What’s Happening The Bill Is Back for Public Participation The Forest Conservation & Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025 has returned for a new round of public participation. If you were part of the first round of submissions, this is your moment to build on that work, and if you’re new to this process, this is your opportunity to have your voice heard. Bill No. 38 of 2025, officially the
- [THE KENYA NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY 2025 - 2034](https://bonganagava.com/the-kenya-national-energy-policy-2025-2034/): Open for Public Participation The Kenya National Energy Policy 2025–2034 The National Energy Policy 2025–2034 is back and open for public review. The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Energy has invited the public to submit memoranda — your input matters. View the Policy PDF ↗ View SUSO BNG Memorandum ↗ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJwdUhE4j2E Why It Matters This policy will shape Kenya’s energy sector for the next decade. It sets the direction on how the country manages energy access, infrastructure, and sustainability — and it needs to reflect the voices of all Kenyans, especially the youth who will live with its long-term impacts.
- [Draft Youth Bill 2024](https://bonganagava.com/youth-bill/): THE DRAFT YOUTH BILL 2024 The Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports in Kenya has developed a draft Youth Bill, 2024, aimed at advancing youth development, participation, and empowerment. The State Department for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy (SDYACE) invites public participation and comments on the draft bill. Public consultative forums will be held across the country. The draft Youth Bill, 2024, aims to advance youth development, participation, and empowerment. WHY YOUR VOICE MATTERS. contributing to the draft Youth Bill, you claim ownership of the laws and policies that govern your future. The draft bill focuses on empowering
- [warriors Training](https://bonganagava.com/warriors-training/): STAND UP SHOUT OUT & BONGA NA GAVA NOVEMBER 2024 BNG WARRIORS TRAINING The BNG Warriors Training Workshop is a one-day intensive program designed to enhance the capacityof current members of the platform. The workshop focuses on creating a sense of community among thewarriors, equipping them with advanced advocacy skills and the use of the BNG Platform (Website,WhatsApp & Instagram) as effective spaces for policy & advocacy. Aim Of The Workshop To empower BNG Warriors with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to actively and effectivelyengage in public participation and leadership using the BNG Warriors platform.
- [The Kenya Public Participation Bill 2024 ](https://bonganagava.com/the-kenya-public-participation-bill-2024/): The Kenya Public Participation Bill 2024 The Office of the Attorney General is currently developing the Kenyan Public Participation Bill, 2024, and your input is crucial. This Bill aims to institutionalise public participation by ensuring that all Kenyans have a direct role in shaping laws, policies, and decisions that impact their lives. It seeks to strengthen and streamline the framework for public involvement at all levels of government. By participating, you can help ensure that the process is inclusive, transparent, and responsive to the needs of the people. Your comments and feedback are key to making sure that the final
- [THE KENYA WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT & CONSERVATION (AMENDMENT) BILL](https://bonganagava.com/the-kenya-wildlife-management-conservation-amendment-bill/): THE KENYA WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT & CONSERVATION (AMENDMENT) BILL The Kenya Wildlife Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill 2024 introduces contentious provisions regarding the protection, preservation and management of  national parks. This bill, through its Section 32 provisions, empowers the Cabinet Secretary to designate un-alienated public land or government acquired land as national parks, following consultations with key stakeholders and public input. While the revision underscores the government’s commitment to expanding protected areas for wildlife conservation by allowing for the declaration of new national parks, it sparks controversy in its collaborative approach by mandating joint management and administration of parks by the
- [COP 15](https://bonganagava.com/cop-15/): POST 2020 FRAMEWORK #CBD #CoP15.2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-Vdv3MjiUg  The Global Post 2020 Framework is a policy document in the making that will define global action on biodiversity for the next decade, as youth this document is important to us and we need to ensure that we are vocal about it, and put in our voices in its making, because in the words of our C.E.O. how dare they create a future that they shall not live in without us.   Therefore as youth it is in our place to take action and influence decision making processes at the Convention Of Biological Diversity.
- [sept 6](https://bonganagava.com/sept-6/): HISTORY HAS BEEN MADE IN NAIROBI Sept 6th 2023 The inaugural Africa Climate Summit #ACS23 has concluded, culminating in the unveiling of ‘The Nairobi Declaration’ by H.E. President of the Republic of Kenya, Dr. William Samoei Ruto. This declaration outlines Africa’s position on climate change and sets a course from Nairobi to CoP 28 and beyond, with the support of African Heads of State and government. The  Nairobi Declaration, emphasises Africa’s commitment to addressing climate change, recognizing the continent’s vulnerability despite limited historical contributions to global warming. It highlights the urgent need for collective action to reduce emissions, secure climate
- [sept 5](https://bonganagava.com/sept-5/): KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE AFRICA CLIMATE SUMMIT #ACS23 DAY 2 Sept 5th 2023 The second day of the inaugural #ACS23, known as the ‘Presidential Day Program,’ commenced with a high-profile opening ceremony attended by 20 African Heads of State and notable dignitaries, among them were Kenya’s President William Ruto, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Africa Development Bank President Akinwunmi Adesina, and COP28 President-designate Sultan Al Jaber. Together, they embarked on a journey to advance Africa’s green growth objectives. The day began with welcoming remarks from Hon. Soipan Tuya, Cabinet Secretary of Environment, Forestry, and Climate Change, followed by statements from
- [Sept 4](https://bonganagava.com/sept-4/): OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE INAUGURAL AFRICA CLIMATE SUMMIT #ACS23 Sept 4th2023 President William Ruto officially opened the inaugural Africa Climate Summit #ACS23 co-hosted  by the Kenyan Government and the African Union Commission at the Kenyatta International Convention Center. The #ACS23 is set to run from the 4th to the 6th of September 2023. In his opening speech, H.E. President William Samoei Ruto declared, “This Summit is a moment to envision a bold and affirmatively transformative African future. We are here to picture a continent that connects markets, links resource demands, and unlocks economies of scale—an economic backbone of a decarbonized
- [Sept 3](https://bonganagava.com/sept-3/): A Climate Stance For The African Youth At #AYCA23 – The Africa Youth Climate Declaration Sept 3rd 2023 Recommendations presented in the Africa Youth Climate Declaration entail a wide range of actions aimed at empowering youth and advancing green growth initiatives in Africa. With the recognition of AYCA as the central platform for coordinating youth involvement across member states beyond #ACS in order to advance the green growth agenda, expediting the creation of a Global Green Bank under the African Union, and advocating for a green fund to support young entrepreneurs. Additionally, the declaration highlights the importance of youth participation
- [Sept 2](https://bonganagava.com/sept-2/): Sept 2nd 2023 HIGHLIGHTS FROM #AYCA23 DAY 2 In a panel discussion, titled “Best Practices for Youth Championing Resilience #Youth4Adaptation” that highlighted the fundamental importance of adaptation in the Climate Change Agenda, the panel highlighted the fact that effective policy and finance are crucial drivers for #ClimateAdaptation and Resilience. Moreover, regional consultations leading up to #AYCA23 were also discussed during the “Best Practices for Youth Championing Resilience #Youth4Adaptation” session and the pivotal role they play in contributing to the Africa Youth Climate Declaration, that shall be an outcome of #AYCA23 and its importance in Championing the #African youth voice in
- [sept 1](https://bonganagava.com/sept-1/): Sept 1st 2023 Day 1 of #AYCA23 showcased the remarkable power of youth collaboration, underlining that the African Youth are not only mere attendees at #AYCA23 but catalysts for transformative change, architects of their own future and a beacon of hope propelling Africa towards #Innovation and a #GreenEconomy. #AYCA23 KICKS OFF – AFRICA YOUTH UNITE AS ARCHITECTS OF THEIR FUTURE IN THE SPACE OF CLIMATE Organised by the Kenya Youth Caucus ahead of Africa Climate Summit #ACS23 in Nairobi, Kenya, the Africa Youth Climate Assembly #AYCA23, has officially begun, serving as a platform for young African Leaders from across Africa

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- [Resources](https://bonganagava.com/resources/): Guide On participation in the law-making processes national & county level | Republic of Kenya Download PDF Guide on Participation in Law-Making Process Introduction Understanding government-citizen relations in Kenya’s democracy Legislative Powers National and county level legislative authority structure Legal Framework Constitutional provisions for public participation National Process How bills become law at the national level County Process County assembly law-making procedures Participation Tools Ways to get involved in the legislative process Introduction Government-citizen relations are about interactions between government and citizens in a democracy. In Kenya, government operates at national and county levels, with citizens relating to government as
- [Campaigns](https://bonganagava.com/campaigns/): BONGA NA GAVA WARRIORS CAMPAIGN Shape the Future of Environmental Policy with Your Voice & Actions Today As we face critical challenges in biodiversity, climate change, and environmental conservation, the urgency for collective action has never been more apparent. The Bonga Na Gava Warriors campaign provides an unmatched opportunity for you to engage, learn, and influence the governmental policies, laws, and regulations that impact our world. It’s about making sure your voice is heard in the halls of power and the fields of conservation alike. Dive into the forefront of environmental change with the My Voice Matters campaign, and be
- [National Topics](https://bonganagava.com/national-topics/): Policy Reviews AYCA Sept 1st-3rd September 1st Organised by the Kenya Youth Caucus ahead of Africa Climate Summit #ACS23 in Nairobi, Kenya, the Africa Youth Climate Assembly #AYCA23, has officially begun, serving as a platform for young African Leaders from across Africa to shape the course of the #ACS23 proceedings, that are structured around four primary system-based tracks, aimed at providing region-centric inputs for the inaugural global stocktake leading up to COP 28 that will evaluate the collective progress towards fulfilling the objectives of the Paris Climate Change Agreement September 3rdLorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit. Optio, neque
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