News & Events

Stay updated with our latest environmental webinars, sustainability programs, and community initiatives across Kenya.

Global Observances 2026

Swipe to view annual milestones we're celebrating

World Wildlife Day
March 3, 2026

World Wildlife Day

Theme: Conserving Wildlife for Future Generations

Raising awareness on the urgent need to protect endangered species and restore habitats through community-led conservation efforts.

World Health Day
April 7, 2026

World Health Day

Theme: Building a Healthier Future

Promoting preventive healthcare, blood donation awareness, and equitable access to medical services in our communities.

Earth Day
April 22, 2026

Earth Day

Theme: Our Planet, Our Future

Mobilizing youth and schools for large-scale tree planting, waste management, and environmental education initiatives.

World Oceans Day
June 8, 2026

World Oceans Day

Theme: Protecting Our Blue Planet

Highlighting the importance of clean water bodies, reducing plastic pollution, and supporting sustainable practices in our lakes and rivers.

World Wetlands Day
Feb 02, 2026

World Wetlands Day

Theme: Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge

This is a global awareness campaign celebrated annually on February 2nd. It marks the anniversary of the 1971 Ramsar Convention, an international treaty dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands—ecosystems like swamps, lakes, and mangroves that are vital for water purification, flood control, and biodiversity.

World Water Day
Mar 22, 2026

World Water Day

Theme: Valuing Freshwater

Advocating for sustainable water management and clean access for all communities in arid regions.

Earth Day
Apr 22, 2026

Earth Day

Theme: Planet vs. Plastics

Joining global efforts to reduce plastic pollution and promote sustainable consumption.

Latest Update

CAI Strategic Stakeholder Engagement Session

Expanding our reach through collaborative academic programming and teacher mentorship.

Strategic Growth & Vision Alignment

Last Friday, the Compassion Africa Initiative Board of Directors convened an interactive session with School Club Patrons and Matrons. The meeting served as a vital platform to align on the academic schedule and upcoming student events for 2026.

Engineer Ngaile led a deep-dive presentation detailing the "Who, What, How, and Why" of CAI, ensuring all stakeholders are united in our mission to green Kenya. We are proud to announce that we successfully brought more teachers on board to scale our impact within schools.

  • Presentation of customized CAI merchandise
  • Expansion of Teacher-Patron membership
  • Collaborative academic event scheduling
  • Networking lunch & social interaction

Upcoming Events

Community Eco-Fun Day
Tuesday, 14th April 2026. Thika- St Mulumba Catholic Church.

Sip & Paint Party.

Join us for a Sip & Paint party. Show off your artistic side while sipping on refreshing drinks and enjoying light snacks. This event is designed to be a fun and creative way to raise awareness about environmental conservation. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking for a fun night out, this event is for you!

Monthly Webinar Series

Catch up on our previous environmental webinars in the "From Junk to Jackpot" series

Unplugging E-waste Crisis Webinar
August 19th, 2025 8:00 PM EAT

Unplugging E-waste Crisis

In our August 19th webinar, Shaun Mumford, Managing Director at Enviroserve Kenya, provided an authoritative overview of Kenya's electronic waste landscape. He defined e-waste as discarded electrical or electronic devices, highlighting the growing challenge Kenya faces with proper disposal of phones, computers, and batteries.

Mr. Mumford detailed Enviroserve's comprehensive approach to tackling this crisis through collection, reuse, and recycling initiatives. He explained their collaborative model working with manufacturers and organizations like M-KOPa to create sustainable disposal pathways for electronic devices.

CAI News & Updates

Ruiru Sports Club Tree Planting Event
November 15, 2023 By John Kannan, The Star Kenya

Compassion Africa Initiative partners with High Schools in Kenya alongside other partners in an initiative to green the Ruiru Sports Club

Event Highlights

We planted over 1,000 fruit trees at Ruiru Sports Club along the designated sections around the Golf Club. We were joined by the club members during the event.
Collaboration with Rotary Club of Juja and local schools
The young professionals with some still from university leading in environmental conservation, mentoring the students in high schools Environmental Clubs.

A group of students from various universities and colleges have come together in a move to conserve the environment in partnership with schools. Through Compassion Africa Initiative, the young Kenyans, some of whom have completed their studies but are not employed, have come up with a waste management and fruit tree planting program which involves primary and secondary schools, aimed at cleaning and greening the country.

Past Webinars

From Junk to Jackpot Webinar
Jun 10, 2025 8:00 PM EAT
From Junk to Jackpot: Kiambu's Waste Revolution

Our June 10th webinar with Andrew Njenga (Director, Environment Enhancement Network) was packed with real-world insights into waste management solutions.

Solid Waste Management Webinar
May 13, 2025 8:00 PM EAT
Solid Waste Management: Trash to Treasure

Episode One of our webinar series broke down solid waste management from recycling hacks to community-led cleanup drives and job creation.

Compassion Africa Initiative Webinar Series
Coming Soon
Next Webinar in Series

Stay tuned for our next webinar on environmental sustainability and waste management solutions in Kenya.