DVC AA, Prof. Julius Ogeng'o waters a seedling after planting
The Academic Division took part in the Annual Tree Planting Day which was held on Friday, May 13, 2022 where 7000 tree seedlings were planted. The event was held at the Upper Kabete Campus.
The organisations that joined the University of Nairobi tree planting event were Equity Group Foundation, Nairobi County Government, National Government, Shamba Café, Loresho Community and Association of Green champions.
“We have been planting trees annually for as long as I can remember. When we plant a tree, we show that we have hope; Hope for a better tomorrow,” remarked the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Kiama during the official ceremony.
On his part, the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs Prof. Julius Ogeng’o noted that planetary health, is ONE health. ; a matter that brings all expertise together.
“When you care for the environment, you care for everyone in the ecosystem. We have come together to take care of our environment, our own sustenance. ” noted the Dean Faculty of Agriculture, Prof. John Mande.
Student leader, UNSA, Dennis O. was delighted to welcome the management at the Faculty and noted that the environment is the one thing that’s shared by all regardless of social status.
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