Mt. Kenya Network Forum (MKNF) is proud to announce our participation in the Special Members’ General Meeting (SGM) of the Kenya Platform for Climate Governance (KPCG), held on 25th–26th September 2025 at the Rainbow Ruiru Resort in Kiambu County. This pivotal convening brought together civil society organizations, community-based actors, and policy stakeholders from across the country under the theme “Strengthening Governance and Accountability in Climate Action.”
The meeting marked a critical turning point in Kenya’s climate governance landscape, focused on institutionalizing KPCG’s membership structure, adopting key governance instruments, and operationalizing thematic working groups. These steps are essential to ensuring the platform’s legitimacy, transparency, and effectiveness as it amplifies the collective civil society voice in national and global climate action spaces.
MKNF: Now a Registered Member of KPCG
During the SGM, Mt. Kenya Network Forum was officially conferred full membership status in KPCG and awarded a certificate recognizing our contribution and commitment to advancing climate justice and inclusive governance. This milestone cements MKNF’s role as a key grassroots actor in shaping Kenya’s climate agenda and strengthens our ability to influence policy and collaborate on national and regional initiatives.
Membership in KPCG is more than a status — it is a platform for collective advocacy, coordinated action, and accountability. For MKNF, it opens new pathways to bring the realities and solutions of frontline communities directly into national decision-making processes.
Our Contribution: From Grassroots Innovation to Policy Influence
Represented by Silas Mwaura, MKNF actively contributed to discussions on the Membership Policy, Code of Conduct, and proposed Constitutional Amendments — instruments that will guide the platform’s future direction. We emphasized the need for inclusive participation and robust accountability mechanisms that ensure grassroots voices remain central in climate governance.
MKNF also shared insights from our community-driven initiatives, including:
- ✅ Community Waste-to-Energy and Renewable Resources Program – transforming waste into clean energy and improving livelihoods.
- ✅ Community Fruit Tree and Demo Farm Initiative – restoring degraded ecosystems while enhancing food security.
- ✅ Participation in the Gigatonne Challenge – contributing to measurable global carbon reduction efforts.
These initiatives demonstrate how locally-led solutions can scale into national impact, and they position MKNF as a vital bridge between policy frameworks and community realities.
Looking Ahead: Deepening Our Impact Through Thematic Working Groups
With the operationalization of KPCG’s Thematic Working Groups (TWGs), MKNF intends to actively participate in shaping strategies around climate finance, just transition, community resilience, and inclusive policy frameworks. Through these working groups, we aim to amplify grassroots innovation, influence policy development, and forge partnerships that deliver tangible benefits to vulnerable communities.
Conclusion: A Stronger Voice for Communities
Our new membership in KPCG is a significant step forward in MKNF’s mission to enhance community resilience to climate change and promote social and environmental justice. It reinforces our commitment to ensuring that the voices of frontline communities are not just heard but embedded in Kenya’s climate policies and actions.
As we move forward, Mt. Kenya Network Forum remains dedicated to bridging grassroots realities with national policy, championing inclusive governance, and co-creating sustainable solutions for the climate challenges of today and tomorrow.