KFS dismisses claims of destruction in parts of Kinale forestThe Kenya Forest Service has dismissed as inaccurate images circulating on social media that a portion of Kinale Forest has been deforested.In a statement, the service clarified that the portion on the left side (outward bound) depicted, as a human settlement is not part of the gazette forest area. “There is no case of forest destruction or mismanagement in Kinale Forest as the proponents of the image circulating on social media would wish to portray. Read Now »Currently, land preparation and staking by CFA members are ongoing and tree planting will commence the week starting May 4. The PS also noted that all Ministries and State Agencies would actively participate in tree planting on designated forest blocks. The tree planting activity brought together staff from Kenya Forest Service and the Friends of Karura Community Forest Association.

Source: Standard Digital April 29, 2020 14:48 UTC