Nairobi: More than 700 young people from diverse faith backgrounds in Kenya have pledged to reduce their carbon footprint and promote renewable energy following a two-day convention on peace and ecology.
The forum, held at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa in Nairobi from September 19 to 20, brought together students, environmental activists, and representatives of faith-based and community organizations.
Participants signed a joint statement committing to adopt sustainable practices, minimize waste, and support clean energy solutions in their schools, institutions, and communities.
The statement also emphasized the need to raise awareness on environmental justice, particularly for vulnerable groups such as women, youth, and marginalized communities. The commitments were alig