In this comprehensive webinar hosted by Ogalaw Advocates, an environmental and sustainability law firm based in Nairobi, Kenya, we explore the critical intersection of environmental law, forest conservation, and social-economic development. Discover why protecting Kenya's natural ecosystems is more urgent than ever, how the legal framework shapes sustainable development, and how citizens can actively participate in safeguarding our future.

What You’ll Learn in This Video:

Key Environmental Concepts: Understanding ecosystem fragmentation, degradation, and destruction.

The Importance of Forests: A look at Kenya’s 5 critical water towers (Mau Complex, Mount Kenya, Aberdare Ranges, Mount Elgon, and Cherangani Hills) and their role in climate regulation, carbon absorption, and biodiversity.

Drivers of Deforestation: Identifying both direct and indirect pressures, including infrastructural growth, agricultural expansion, logging, and energy needs.

Kenya’s Legal Framework: An overview of the Constitution of Kenya (Articles 62 and 69) and the Forest Conservation and Management Act of 2016.

Landmark Case Law: Insights into high-profile environmental battles surrounding the Mau Forest (Ogiek case), Karura Forest, Ngong Forest, Aberdare Ranges, and Imenti Forest.

Principles of Environmental Law: How the precautionary principle, prevention principle, and meaningful public participation serve as tools to balance competing human rights.