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Call for Partners: Help Us Restore Thogoto Forest with Indigenous Trees
As Thogoto Forest conservationists, we are committed to increasing the coverage of indigenous trees within the forest. Currently, only 54 hectares of the 764-hectare forest are covered with indigenous trees.
We have identified a 10-hectare area within the pipeline zone that requires enrichment tree planting. To achieve this, we are seeking partners to support this initiative.
Current Updates
Risto za Nai at Thogoto Forest: Green Movement in Action – 16th June 2025
On 16th June 2025, Risto za Nai, in partnership with Thogoto Forest Family (TFF), planted 200 indigenous trees in Thogoto Forest as part of a joint reforestation and conservation initiative.
This collaboration aimed to celebrate the forest’s cultural and ecological value while actively contributing to its restoration.
World Environmental Day Bonaza on 8th June 2025 (TFF Football Match)
In celebration of World Environment Day 2025, Thogoto Forest Family (TFF) proudly sponsored a youth football match on 8th June to promote environmental awareness through community engagement.
This exciting event brought together young talents and nature lovers, highlighting TFF’s commitment to nurturing both the environment and the next generation.
World Environment Day Celebrations – 5th June 2025
On 5th June 2025, TFF, in collaboration with representatives of local football teams, met to finalize preparations for the youth football match held on 8th June.
During the gathering, participants also took part in an aftercare program for trees planted during the royal visit, replacing weak or failed seedlings to ensure the success of the reforestation efforts.
On 18th March 2025: The King and Queen of Netherlands Visited Thogoto Forest
His Majesty King Willem-Alexander, accompanied by Her Majesty Queen Máxima, visited Thogoto Forest in Kiambu County as part of their three-day state visit to Kenya.
During the visit, through the collaboration of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Kenya, the Kenya Forest Service, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the local community, 2,000 indigenous tree seedlings were planted to support reforestation and environmental conservation efforts.
Visit to Silver Oak Mazingira Hub – 2nd May 2025
Thogoto Forest Family (TFF) team visited Silver Oak Mazingira Hub in Karen for a hands-on training and benchmarking session focused on nursery establishment and management. The visit provided valuable insights into innovative and sustainable practices for setting up indigenous tree nurseries, including seed propagation, soil preparation, and community-driven care systems. Inspired by the experience, TFF is now working on creating a designated safety zone within Thogoto Forest to support the successful implementation of our own nursery initiative for long-term conservation.
2nd Generation PFMP 2025
On February 11, 2025, the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and the Thogoto Community Forest Association (CFA) convened to officially sign the 2nd Generation Participatory Forest Management Plan (PFMP) 2025. This landmark agreement outlines a renewed framework for sustainable forest management, empowering the local community to play an active role in conservation, resource use, and protection of Thogoto Forest through collaborative governance. The PFMP 2025 also emphasizes environmental education, community-based eco-tourism, and the integration of indigenous knowledge in forest stewardship.