By Laura Nyabang’a
Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to climate-resilient development and humanitarian response through a strategic high-level engagement with the Green Climate Fund (GCF).
Speaking during the discussion, CS Kipchumba Murkomen expressed Kenya’s deep appreciation for the GCF’s continued support, notably the approval of climate-resilient development projects totalling USD 937.66 million.
“These projects are instrumental in addressing the impacts of climate change while promoting sustainable, low-emission growth across the country,” said CS Murkomen.
“This engagement highlighted the strong alignment between Kenya’s climate action agenda and the GCF’s mission to support vulnerable populations confronting both environmental degradation and displacement,” stated CS Murkomen.
In the discussion Ms. Speck reaffirmed the GCF’s commitment to enhancing collaboration with Kenya. Significantly, she welcomed Kenya’s request for dedicated support to the Dadaab refugee camp and surrounding host communities, with a focus on environmental restoration and renewable energy initiatives.
According to the Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, Ms. Speck welcomed Kenya’s strong leadership on climate action and reaffirmed the GCF’s commitment to deepening collaboration.
In a significant development, she expressed support for Kenya’s request for dedicated assistance to the Dadaab refugee camp and its surrounding host communities. The focus will be on environmental restoration and renewable energy solutions—critical areas where humanitarian and climate resilience efforts intersect.
Also present at the meeting was Amb. Dr. Fancy Too, Kenya’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva, who emphasized the importance of multilateral cooperation in delivering climate justice and ensuring no community is left behind.