Written by Alice Njoki Ethiopia, September 7, 2025 — Children and youth from across Africa gathered in Ethiopia for the African Children Climate Summit 2 (ACCS2), where they unveiled the African Children’s Climate Declaration. The one-day summit, held after a series of pre-summits in African Union member states, showcased young […]
Written by Jermaine Magethe At the recent Africa Climate Pre-Summit, one message resonated above all, children and young people cannot remain on the margins of climate policy. Their voices carried urgency and clarity, reminding leaders that climate change is not a distant threat but a daily reality. When children spoke about […]
Written by Alice Njoki On August 22, 2025, children from all 47 counties in Kenya gathered at Milele Hotel in Nairobi for the second African Children’s Climate Summit (ACCS 2). It was a day when children came forward to speak about how climate change is affecting their lives. Their stories were powerful and […]
Written by Jermaine Magethe As Africa prepares for the Africa Climate Summit 2025 in Addis Ababa from 8th –10th September , the message from the World Economic Forum in Davos still rings true. There, Indigenous leaders told presidents and CEOs what the world has been slow to hear: Indigenous knowledge is […]
By Alice Njoki Rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall, and prolonged droughts are transforming life across Kenya. Once reliable sources of water, boreholes, rivers, springs, and wells are drying up. Farming practices are failing, livestock are dying, and entire communities are being pushed to the brink. For millions, especially marginalized groups like women and girls, climate […]
Written by Alice Njoki. On February 28, 2025, over 100 children from across Kenya gathered at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) for the Africa Children Summit (ACS) Kenya Pre-Summit. Organized by Mtoto News, this child-led event provided a platform for children to discuss key issues affecting their lives, which is education, inclusivity, climate […]
By Yvonne Misando In the effort of protecting migrant and displaced children affected by climate change, International Organization for Migration (IOM) has renewed its partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The partnership was formalized during the 29th UN Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP29), and aims to address the unique vulnerabilities faced by […]
By Isaac Omollo In Kenya, climate change is creating serious challenges for students and their education. Extreme weather events, like floods and droughts, are disrupting schools, making it harder for children to learn. These challenges affect different regions in various ways, making it essential for the government to address the impact of climate change on […]
By Alice Njoki Have you ever thought about how your daily choices affect the planet? Climate change is a big problem that impacts all of us, but the good news is that we can all make a difference. By taking small steps to reduce our carbon footprint and speaking up for change in our communities, […]
By Pauline Kihali Mtoto News recently attended the media breakfast for the First Lady Mazingira Awards, themed “Children and Climate Action.” The event took place at The Stanley Hotel in Nairobi and was organized by Mama Doing Good. This initiative aims to celebrate and nationally recognize young learners who have made significant contributions to addressing […]