Ms Kombo has decided to initiate revival of the 4k clubs and environmental education in schools. What you need to know: Patricia Kombo, 24, is a nominee for this year’s Africa Green Awards that recognises efforts in environmental conservation. She was among volunteers who distributed relief food during the famine that hit the Turkana County where she came face to face with the brutality of climate change. The United Nations Convention recognised her among the ‘top land heroes’ in May, because of her effort in changing public attitude towards land use and ensuring land is used sustainably. Ms Kombo has been planting trees and educating farmers on climate smart agriculture techniques. A Kenyan, Patricia Kombo, is a nominee for this year’s Africa Green Awards that recognises efforts in environmental conservation. The 24-year-old will be battling for the award under the category of Under-40 Green Awards, which has attracted five contestants. The awards, organised by a Nigerian-based organisation Eleven Twelve Foundation, are in four categories. Ms Kombo’s journey in campaigning for green environment started a year ago after she visited Lodwar in Turkana County. She was among volunteers who distributed relief food during the famine that hit the county and […]
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