Climate warning
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Climate warning

Local and global efforts needed to safe the dying coral reefs of Kenya.


An alarming scientific report has been published by standard media about the dead/dying coral reefs of Kenya which was once filled with a vibrant biodiversity stretching more than 140km along the Indian Ocean. The survival of these fragile ecosystems has been threatened majorly by climate change, pollution, over-fishing, and unsustainable coastal development.

Coral reefs are slow-growing organisms, and their regrowth can take decades. On average, it takes between 10 and 20 years for corals to regrow, but full recovery from a major bleaching event can take up to 50 years or more—if the conditions remain favourable. Unfortunately, in many areas along Kenya’s coast, the conditions are not improving, making it difficult for reefs to regenerate at the pace needed to offset the damage.
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  • Videlis Eddie

    6 d

    It is important that the government of the day puts policies in place to ensure the encourage and conserve coral reef as are a rich hub of marine biodiversity

    • Rashid Kamau

      3 w

      Effective coral reef conservation requires collaboration across multiple levels, from local community-based groups to national governments and international organizations.

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      • Videlis Eddie

        6 d

        @rashid_kamau agreed... This is not a one sectors responsibility but everyones...

      • walter lungayi

        3 w

        This is so concerning and it requires coordinated action from the government, local communities, and international organizations to address issues such as overfishing, pollution, and climate change.

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        • Videlis Eddie

          6 d

          @walter_lungayi absolutely... We need everyone to participate in protecting the marine biodiversity as it will benefit us all

        • Lucinda Ramsay

          3 w

          We are losing the precious jewels of our oceans.

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          • Videlis Eddie

            6 d

            @lucinda_ramsay true... and it is saddening... We should work towards protecting it

          • Jane Wangui

            3 w

            We need to take care of the marine ecosystems before all important creatures and important plant life is destroyed .

            4
            • Rashid Kamau

              3 w

              @jane_wangui If we don’t take action now, many of the creatures and plant life that rely on these ecosystems could be lost forever, disrupting not just marine life but also the delicate balance of the planet’s entire ecological system

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            • rosebellendiritu

              3 w

              All ecosystems including the marine ecosystems should be well cared for and protected for a better future.

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              • Rashid Kamau

                3 w

                @rosebellendiritu Caring for and protecting all ecosystems whether marine, terrestrial, or freshwater is essential for the health of the planet and the survival of all species, including humans.

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              • Kelvin Thuranira kaberia

                3 w

                climate change and human activities are destroying marine ecosystems. It very shocking and heartbreaking, an urgent action needs to be taken

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                • Princess

                  3 w

                  This is heartbreaking. We need to step up, collectively, before it’s too late.

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                  • Videlis Eddie

                    6 d

                    @princess_nel_268 i agree we need to act as fast as possible to prevent further destruction of the reefs

                  • dickson mutai

                    3 w

                    Our reefs are a precious natural resource, and it’s heartbreaking to see their decline

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                    • Videlis Eddie

                      6 d

                      @dickson_mutai absolutely... We need to protect the reefs

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