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Esther Wanjiku
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Residents of coal rich county want government to cease plans to mine coal
Residents of the coal-rich Mui basin in Kitui county want the government to clarify whether it had shelved plans to mine the 400 million-ton deposits of the mineral. On Friday, residents travelled many kilometres to Kitui town county headquarters to present to Governor Julius Malombe a petition titled, “Death certificate for coal.” Although the coal area residents who were mobilised by the Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education NGO found Governor Malombe absent, they presented their petition to the chief officer for environment, David Soi Masai. https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2023-11-05-mui-coal-belt-residents-ask-ruto-to-shelve-mining-for-good/
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Shifting towards renewable alternatives is key for a greener and more environmentally responsible future.
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The government needs to come clean on this matter of coal mining
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We should say No to coal mining. Let's protect our own.
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It is understandable that residents of coal-rich county may have concerns about the impact of coal mining on their environment and health. It is important for governments to consider the long-term effects of coal mining and make decisions that prioritize the well-being of their citizens and the planet. Alternative energy sources should also be explored to reduce our reliance on coal and other fossil fuels.
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A bold step by the residents. Fully behind them in support
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@munene_mugambi We support them.
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It's baffling seeing the Govt interested in fossil fuel investments yet the commandant is steering efforts to a clean energy transition.
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This coal mining plans should be stopped with all means, #let the coal remain in the ground
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Continue pressing on for a clean environment, its our right.
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@tabitha_kimani Yes! It's our right.
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Let's push for change!
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@sarah_chabane Yes! We don't have time for negative activities to our planet.
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I total agree with what this citizens are doing
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May their voices be heard we have to make strides in promoting for clean energy.
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@rosebellendiritu Absolutely,we will keep fighting for what is right for our planet.
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Why would the government even venture into coal mining
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@johnte_ndeto I wonder where as we have so many options
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@johnte_ndeto It's confusing to see the govt headed in this direction.
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