Maina Waruru

Nairobi-based science journalist

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Past attempts to ban the plastics had not succeeded owing to political and economic considerations overriding environmental wellbeing.

Africa’s fight against plastic pollution gathers pace as Uganda bans single-use carry bags

30 May 2025

4 min read

The traditional water system besides being a lifeline has become a source of pride for the local communities

Africa’s rain harvesters: Marakwet’s irrigation system offers much more than a trickle of hope for Kenya's water crisis

10 Sep 2024

6 min read

Protests erupt over exploration licence granted to Chinese company endangering Republic of Congo’s national park

Protests erupt over exploration licence granted to Chinese company endangering Republic of Congo’s national park

27 Jun 2024

5 min read

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