Women, youth get Sh12.3 million to combat climate change

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga distributes cheques to youth and women groups to support them in growing tree seedlings. [James Omoro, Standard].

The fight against climate change in Homa Bay received a boost after the county government disbursed Sh12.3 million to various groups for environmental conservation initiatives.

A total of 82 women and youth groups from 40 wards received Sh150,000 each, with the funds disbursed through the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) Programme. This initiative is a collaborative effort involving the national and county governments, the World Bank, and other donors.