During the observance of Mazingira Day on October 10, the government has mandated that all ministries, state departments, and various public institutions across the nation engage in tree-planting activities. A declaration released on Thursday by the Ministry of Education indicated that this year’s focus is on the cultivation of fruit-bearing trees.
The government identified public and private primary schools as the primary sites for the initiative, instructing each institution to cultivate at least 2,000 fruit trees.
“The aim is to foster environmental stewardship while improving nutritional standards within educational settings through the development and expansion of fruit tree orchards in schools,” stated Principal Secretary Julius Bitok.
“The endeavour also seeks to cultivate robust networks among school alumni by galvanising the support of both former and current students for initiatives that enhance their institutions.”
Education directors at the regional, county, and subcounty levels were instructed to convey the directive to head teachers and promote the engagement of alumni, current students, and the local community in the initiative.
“It is imperative that students attend school on Friday, October 10, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., in recognition of the significance of the public holiday.
Additionally, it is essential to ensure the effective coordination of the associated activities,” Bitok stated. Mazingira Day was officially established in April of the previous year, subsequent to the rebranding of Utamaduni Day.
The public holiday aims to engage Kenyans in environmental conservation, aligning with the initiatives of President William Ruto’s administration to expedite forest restoration and tackle climate change.
