COMMUNION FOREST MEETS GREEN ANGLICANS IN KARURA FOREST 🌿

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The Anglican Communion Forest steering committee had an unforgettable experience walking through Nairobi’s iconic Karura Forest with the passionate Green Anglicans Movement of Kenya.

So what’s the deal with Karura Forest?
Karura is more than just trees and trails — it’s a living symbol of hope. Back in the 1990s, it was under serious threat from land grabbers. But thanks to the fearless activism of the late Wangari Maathai and the Green Belt Movement, it was saved. Today, it’s over 1,000 hectares of waterfalls, caves, trails, and pure inspiration — proof that peaceful protest can make a difference.

The Anglican Church of Kenya is doing its part by protecting sections of the forest, removing invasive species, and planting indigenous trees.

Stories that stuck with us:

  • Rev. Capt. Janet Kariuki first caught the Green Anglicans vision as a student. She’s now leading change in her diocese. On World Environment Day, they planted trees with prisoners — and were so moved they decided to build them a chapel and shelter.
  • Catrine Shroff talked about Mwangaza Light’s clean cookstoves and solar power – helping families save trees and breathe cleaner air.
  • Rev. Dennis Nthenge is on a mission: “One Anglican, One Tree.” With the Archbishop’s support, the goal is 5 million trees across Kenya.
  • Eng Martin Mbuchi is all about the data – building smart systems to track every tree planted and make sure it counts.

We ended our day planting trees at Archbishop Sapit’s home (he’s on sabbatical), then made a quick stop at Rev. Dennis’ goat farm 🐐.

Massive respect to the Green Anglicans of Kenya – you’re lighting the way for the whole continent. Let’s keep growing hope together. đŸŒ±

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