By Vivienne Nandokha
In celebration of the International Day of Forests on March 21, 2025, Nature Kenya’s Joint Library Committee – which includes a member from the National Museums of Kenya’s Botany Department Library – prepared an engaging and informative exhibition titled “Forests of Kenya.” This special display invites visitors to explore the incredible significance of Kenya’s forests, from their role as water catchment areas to their crucial contribution to combating climate change and preserving biodiversity.
The exhibition takes you on a journey through Kenya’s eight main forests, revealing their unique characteristics and the remarkable wildlife they support. However, it doesn’t stop there. It also highlights the threats these forests face, including deforestation and illegal logging, and showcases the inspiring conservation efforts being undertaken at national, community, and individual levels. Through the exhibition, visitors are exposed to success stories demonstrating positive change is possible and learning about practical ways they can contribute to protecting these precious ecosystems.
The exhibition opened on 20 March and will run until 20 June 2025. It offers students, researchers, nature enthusiasts, and curious minds an opportunity to deepen their understanding of Kenya’s forests. While there, visitors can also explore the Joint Library’s extensive collection of resources on forests and environmental conservation.
We warmly invite you to visit, learn, and join the effort to protect Kenya’s forests for future generations. Together, we can make a difference!