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The land will be used to develop a purpose-built office block for the Permanent Mission of Kenya to the United Nations Office in Nairobi (UNON) and United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), as well as the Permanent Mission to UN-Habitat.
Among the worst-affected areas is the Sunut Forest, a six-square-kilometre wildlife reserve in central Khartoum. Once a vital refuge for migratory birds and a natural barrier against flooding from the nearby White Nile, much of the forest has been cleared as residents cut down acacia trees for firewood
Bangura said Nairobi remains the only city in Africa hosting two global UN headquarters — the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) — giving Kenya a special place within the organisation.
Speaking during the funeral of their cousin, Prof. Jacob Midiwo, Ida expressed concern over the growing tendency of some youth being associated with criminal or disruptive activities, saying such labels were damaging and unjust.
These include the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and UN Women
World Environment Day is observed every year on June 5 under the United Nations Environment Programme, and has grown into a global platform for environmental awareness since its establishment in 1972 and first celebration in 1973, now involving more than 150 countries.
In a post on X on Monday, Andersen said the 2025 Annual Report of the United Nations Environment Programme (United Nations Environment Programme) highlighted both the resilience and the continuing challenges facing global environmental cooperation.
The President said the expansion reflects Kenya’s long-standing commitment to international cooperation and the role Nairobi has played in global affairs over the years.
Speaking in Mombasa, Ida made it clear that despite her proximity to influential political figures, she does not consider herself part of the political class.
The approval followed a report by the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations, chaired by Belgut MP Nelson Koech, which found Mama Ida suitable for the post.
The report is set to be tabled during Wednesday’s plenary sitting, where Members of Parliament will debate the recommendation and vote on whether to adopt or reject it.
Ida's heartfelt reflection momentarily shifted the formal tone of the vetting, revealing the personal dimension behind her public service aspirations. Ida expressed sincere appreciation to President William Samoei Ruto for trusting her with the role of Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).