Noticias sobre Kenya
DuPont and Water.org partner to increase global access to safe water
Collaborating on sustainable water solutions for people living in poverty.
EU allocates €21.5 million funding to tackle Horn of Africa drought
The Commission has allocated €21.5 million in additional humanitarian funding to the Horn of Africa to help the region fight off what is rapidly becoming its worst drought in decades, already affecting millions of people.
Climate change triggers mounting food insecurity, poverty and displacement in Africa
Changing precipitation patterns, rising temperatures and more extreme weather contributed to mounting food insecurity, poverty and displacement in Africa in 2020, compounding the socio-economic and health crisis triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new multi-agency report coordinated by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
Syria and Iraq remain at risk of conflict over water-related matters
An analysis of global indicators shows that much of Syria and Iraq remain at risk of conflict over water-related matters, according to a new quarterly update that summarizes findings from an early warning tool.
Over 2 million people in Kenya face acute hunger due to drought, warns IRC
The International Rescue Committee is concerned about the growing humanitarian needs following months of droughts in parts of Kenya.
USAID provides $297 million in food, water and health care for COVID-19 response around the world
At the Global Citizen Live event, Administrator Samantha Power announced nearly $297 million in humanitarian assistance to provide urgently needed food assistance, health care, water, and psychosocial support to address urgent humanitarian needs around the world caused by the devastating COVID-19 pandemic.
Weak La Niña may re-emerge
Weather forecasts and climate outlooks support humanitarian action
New sanitation system in Narok will raise living standards for generations to come
Until late 2020, Narok had no sanitation system.
USAID’s Sustainable Water Partnership launches water resources country profile series
Water resources around the world are increasingly stressed.
Desalytics expands to Zambia, Malawi, and Zimbabwe
We help customers improve their processes, deliver results and most importantly provide safe water and treated effluent for the communities they serve
“We have not been afraid of investing in opportunities, taking some risks within a broad strategy”
Started 75 years ago as a small trading business, Abdul Latif Jameel is today a global investor and diversified family-owned businesses with a presence in some 30 countries, with a commitment to becoming a global leader in the water solutions sector through Almar Water Solutions.
“A more affordable approach to desalination can help reach a long-term solution to water scarcity”
The UAE Water Aid Foundation, Suqia UAE, is a non-profit organisation that provides humanitarian aid around the world and helps communities that suffer from water scarcity by providing them with potable water.
3rd cycle Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Water Award attracts participants from across the world
Several first-time participants including Algeria & Kenya, in the latest cycle.
U.S. EPA Administrator Regan announces $300 million in water infrastructure investments
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Desalytics Water Solutions finalizes its acquisition in Kenya
Desalytics Water Solutions, a company specializing in the distribution of water treatment and water quality consumables, has strengthened its operations in Sub-Saharan Africa with the closing of its acquisition in Kenya.
Open drains and the devastating repercussions in vulnerable areas
Taking a tour along the roads of some densely populated estates and slum areas in Nairobi and there is usually one common feature, open drainage channels.
World Water Day – what does the future hold?
Monday (March 22, 2021) marks World Water Day.
One in five children globally does not have enough water to meet their everyday needs
UNICEF launches new initiative, Water Security for All, to mobilize global support and resources to reach children in water vulnerable hotspots.
Green Climate Fund $34 million project will address drought impacts in Kenya
Kenya has launched a project worth $34 million to help vulnerable communities adapt to the impact of drought brought about by climate change, reports Reuters.
Kenya’s wetlands: a financing challenge
Lake Naivasha in southern-central Kenya is famed for its flower farms, fisheries and diverse wildlife, including buffalos, hippos and Eurasian migratory birds.