NAIVASHA, KENYA –
In a major step towards strengthening Kenya’s climate agenda, members of Parliament will gather this week in Naivasha for a five-day workshop focused on climate change and local action.
Set to run from May 22 to 27, the workshop is part of a growing push to give lawmakers a clearer understanding of climate issues and the financing models that support local solutions. The event is jointly organised by the Parliamentary Caucus on Climate Action and the National Treasury.
It’s not just another conference. The workshop is expected to shape how Parliament responds to the climate crisis — and how funds meant for climate action are managed.
“We want MPs to become champions of climate action in their constituencies and in Parliament,” said Senator Moses Kajwang’, who co-chairs the caucus alongside Njoro MP Charity Kathambi.
Building on Momentum from COP29
The meeting follows calls for wider sensitisation after a group of Kenyan MPs attended the COP29 climate summit. There, many noted the urgent need for Parliament to take a more active, informed role in climate talks and law-making.
This week’s gathering in Naivasha is seen as a direct response to those concerns.
Backed by a range of international partners — including the World Bank, Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands — the key focus is on the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLOCA) programme. The Kenyan government is also a major partner in the initiative.
FLLOCA aims to support counties and communities in crafting climate solutions tailored to local needs. It promotes better use of climate data, improved decision-making, and real-world projects with community buy-in.
MPs to Learn, Ask Questions, and Act
The workshop will walk MPs through climate science, the human cost of inaction, and — crucially — where the money comes from and how it’s spent.
Organisers say the aim is not just to inform, but to empower.
“This is about giving Parliament the tools to draft strong, effective climate laws,” reads a workshop brief seen by KBC Digital.
Sessions will cover everything from innovative ways to fund local climate work to the importance of involving citizens and civil society. MPs are also expected to discuss how to tighten oversight of climate budgets and ensure transparency.
Pressure to Deliver
Climate activists and development partners hope the workshop will lead to more than just good intentions. They want MPs to walk away ready to fight for serious funding and policy reforms in Parliament.
“It’s not enough to talk,” said one civil society participant. “We need action that delivers results on the ground — especially for vulnerable communities.”
The workshop also hopes to set the stage for closer partnerships between lawmakers and technical experts, while building a network of climate-focused MPs across party lines.
By the end of the week, organisers hope to see a roadmap for new climate policies, stronger financial oversight, and a real shift in how Parliament tackles the climate emergency.
This event comes as Kenya faces mounting climate-related challenges, from devastating floods to prolonged droughts — and growing pressure to act faster and more effectively.
The stakes couldn’t be higher.
