County Youth Forum (CYF) Chair @WaHarrisonB , who has been at the forefront of organising LCOY Kenya 2026, takes the floor on Day 1 as young people begin shaping the Kenya Youth Climate Statement. Bonny, speaking under the #SheriaYaVijana Project, encouraged young people to show up authentically, speak from their lived experiences and make their voices count as they collectively shape the priorities and demands that will carry forward from the national event, as climate partners prepare for #COP31✊🏾 #LCOYKenya2026

Chelewa chelewa utapata mwana si wako! 😅 Don't let this be one of those opportunities you hear about after it's gone. If you're a young person from Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi, Tana River, Lamu, or Taita Taveta who is passionate about climate and environmental action, this is your chance to be in the room where regional climate priorities are shaped. Connect with fellow young climate leaders, share your voice, and help build Kenya's youth position ahead of COP31. Apply now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… #LCOYKenya2026 #ClimateAction #SikilizaSautiYetu #COP31 #JumuiyaYaKauntiZaPwani

The coast is calling!🥳 See you in Kwale for the LCOY Kenya 2026 Regional Consultation. #LCOY2026 #COP31

Will you be attending the Youth Climate Summit? Well, well… looks like you’ll be in great company🥳 The Kenya Youth Climate Innovation Summit 2026 is almost here, and we’re excited to bring together youth voices, innovation, and climate action. Let’s connect and lead the change together! #YouthClimateSummit #YCS2026 #SikilizaSautiYetu #Sheriayavijana

150+ young people from all 47 counties came together during the LCOY Kenya 2026 National Virtual Youth Consultation Forum to share their perspectives on Kenya's climate priorities, challenges and solutions, contributing to the development of the National Youth Climate Statement that will carry the voices of young people to #COP31🇰🇪 We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who participated, as well as our distinguished speakers Faith Ngige of @KPCGKenya, James thonjo from @EnviClimateC_Ke, Sylvia Somoina and @_nguthiru , our moderator, and all our partners for making the consultation engaging, insightful and impactful.l🤝 As we compile your recommendations into the final National Youth Climate Statement, we look forward to the next phase of this journey through the Regional Pre-LCOY Consultations across the country, where even more young people will have the opportunity to shape Kenya's climate agenda and strengthen youth representation in global climate discussions. Thank you for making the National LCOY Kenya 2026 Consultation a success. #LCOYKenya2026 #YouthClimateAction #COP31 #ClimateLeadership #YouthVoices #RoadToCOP31

Faith Ngige, HSC, National Coordinator of the Kenya Platform for Climate Governance (@KPCGKenya), will be a distinguished speaker during the Online National Youth Consultation on the LCOY Kenya 2026 National Youth Statement on Friday, 10 July, from 11:00 AM (EAT). Faith is a renowned climate governance expert who has championed inclusive climate action, environmental justice, and meaningful public participation in climate policymaking across Kenya. Through her leadership at KPCG, she continues to strengthen youth and civil society engagement in shaping climate solutions. Join us as we develop Kenya's youth climate priorities ahead of COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye. Register: forms.gle/XRdtzAwx2o6j5zTj8 #LCOYKenya2026

Kenyan youth, this is your chance to shape the country's climate agenda for COP31! Join the National Youth Consultation and make your voice count in developing the Kenya National Youth Climate Statement. 🗓️ 10th July 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Register now by scanning the QR code and be part of the conversation that will represent Kenya's youth on the global stage - forms.gle/BfGhv8A4cB1q2bKk7 #LCOYKenya2026 #YouthVoices #COP31 #ClimateAction #KenyanYouth #ClimateLeadership

5 Key Reasons the Youth Green Manifesto Deserves Your Attention🫵 The Youth Green Manifesto is a roadmap for how young people want Kenya to tackle climate change while creating opportunities and improving livelihoods. Here are five key proposals: ☑️More funding for youth-led climate solutions Young people want easier access to grants, financing, and support for green businesses and climate projects. ☑️A stronger youth voice in decision-making The manifesto calls for meaningful youth representation in climate policies, planning, and governance. ☑️More green jobs and business opportunities From renewable energy to recycling and sustainable agriculture, the manifesto sees climate action as a source of employment. ☑️ Investment in digital innovation Young people want better access to climate data, technology, training, and innovation hubs. ☑️Climate action that includes everyone The manifesto emphasizes opportunities for women, persons with disabilities, and marginalized communities. Why should you care? Because the manifesto is ultimately about your future; your job prospects, your voice in decision-making, and the kind of environment and economy you will inherit👊 #OurWorldOurPlanet #ClimateJustice

See you tomorrow at the World Environment Day X-Space from 7:00 PM under LCOY-KENYA 2026! Come ready to share, learn, and engage on climate adaptation and mitigation with leading changemakers working to build resilient communities and a sustainable future. Search @LCOYKenya2026 on X to join the conversation.

🌍 The journey to #LCOYKenya2026! These are some of the thematic areas that will guide discussions at #LCOYKenya2026 as young people come together to shape #climatesolutions for today and tomorrow. Hosted by the @KYCA_Council alongside the @Oayouthkenya, @MuemActionPost and other partners, this year's conference promises to be bigger, bolder, and more impactful. We can't wait to share what's in store🥳 Which thematic area are you most passionate about? 👇🏽 #YouthForClimate #ClimateAction #LCOYKenya2026

Have you gone through the Finance Bill 2026? If not, this is your sign to pay attention, because what’s inside it directly touches how you earn, spend, create, and even stay connected in a #digitaleconomy. Under the #Sheriayavijana project, we convened several youths from Nairobi County, reviewed the Bill and are preparing a memorandum to Parliament raising key concerns affecting #youngpeople, workers, and small businesses. As much as we acknowledge some positive steps in a few areas, there are still serious concerns that need public attention and review. Here are some of the key proposals we have flagged for closer scrutiny: ➡️ A 5% withholding tax on income from digital content creation, which directly affects creators, freelancers, and online entrepreneurs. ➡️ A 25% excise duty on mobile phones, a move that could push device prices higher and widen the digital divide. ➡️ A proposed 16% VAT on digital financial transactions, including payments made via M-PESA and cards, which were previously exempt. ➡️ A new 5% levy on imported mitumba, which could impact livelihoods in the second-hand clothing trade while raising broader questions on affordability and sustainability. ➡️ An increase in residential rental income tax from 7.5% to 10%, with possible ripple effects on housing costs. These are just but a few, but at the end of the day, the direction of this Bill will be measured not in policy language but in how it reshapes everyday survival, especially for young people and small businesses. And that’s exactly why this conversation cannot be left to Parliament alone. Go read, review and give us your take on the #FinanceBill2026 @KBCChannel1 #YouthVoices #youthempowerment #policy #kenya

Press Statement on the Official Launch and Call for Partnerships for the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) Kenya 2026 @Oayouthkenya, @KYCA_Council, and @MuemActionPost officially announced their selection to host the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) Kenya 2026 during a press conference, calling on partners to support the initiative. On what the core goal of LCOY is, the organizers stated: “A central outcome of LCOY Kenya 2026 will be the co-creation of the Kenya National Youth Climate Statement a document that will capture key recommendations, lived experiences, and innovative solutions from youth across the country. This statement will directly inform local and national climate policies and contribute to global advocacy ahead of COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye.” They also noted the growing climate crisis in Kenya, including food insecurity, floods, and displacement, emphasizing that youth remain both the most affected and the most active in driving solutions. We extend a cordial invitation to government institutions, NGOs, civil society organizations, development partners, and the private sector to join us in delivering an inclusive and high-impact LCOY Kenya 2026. Let's discuss partnership via [email protected] #LCOYKenya2026 #YOUNGO #LCOY4Earth #Mission1point5 #youthvoice

GREAT NEWS! We are proud to share that Organization of African Youth-Kenya the @KYCA_Council and @MuemActionPost have been selected by @youngo_unfccc to host #LCOYKenya2026! This youth-led platform will convene young people nationwide to co-create solutions, inform policy, and amplify voices towards COP31. Share the widely and tag someone who needs to be part of this....👊 #LCOYKenya2026 #YOUNGO #LCOY4Earth #Mission1point5 #youthvoice