Kajiado Governor H.E. Joseph Ole Lenku has launched a tree planting drive in celebration of Jamhuri day celebrations at the Bare KCB grounds in Kajiado town. The drive will see 200,000 trees planted in its first phase. This is in line with the Kenyan Government appeal for citizen participation in National tree planting initiative as a “mitigation measure that will see the country grow 15 billion trees consequently increasing the tree cover from the current 12 per cent to 30 percent by the year 2030.” The tree seedlings were donated by the East African  Cables in partnership with the Centre for Character and Leadership (CCL).

Led by Ms. Margaret Kiprono, Adopt a Tree Ambassador at CCL, the governor planted an indigenous Pondo tree which was tagged with an inspiration virtue as he aims to build and strengthen his lasting legacy at the County’s leadership “Legacies define success of leadership, separates leaders from politicians.” The governor was accompanied by the First Lady, H.E. Edna Lenku who planted a tree which was tagged “Serving Communities is Serving God.” Also, the Deputy Governor, H.E. Martin Moshisho planted a tree which was tagged “great Leaders start small, and grow in humility.” These concerted and coordinated efforts in planting and growing trees goes a long way towards building servant leadership and inculcating the National tree planting culture across the country. CCL aims to inspire a generation of loving citizens who are environmental conscious and dedicated in mitigating the effects of climate change, global warming and enhanced food security.

Other dignitaries who planted the trees included the County Commissioner, Speaker of the County Assembly, and County Woman Representative among others.