KFEET at 15:
KFEET at 15:
The Karura Forest Environmental Education Trust (KFEET) marked a remarkable milestone last week on Thursday 16th October, 2025, 15 years of conservation education and community engagement! The anniversary celebration, themed “Stories in the Forest,” brought together children, teachers, and authors for a day of storytelling, discovery, and reflection on KFEET’s journey in nurturing environmental awareness among young learners.
The day began with cheerful arrivals as pupils from Huruma Hope Primary, Kamuiru Primary, and AEF Reuben gathered at the KFEET Centre.
Participants filled the auditorium and settled in for a lively storytelling session led by Wangari the Storyteller. Her brilliant performance, a story about the wiles of “Anansi the Spider”was absolutely delightful, and perfectly set the tone for the day’s theme, “Stories in the forest”.
After the enthralling session, the children had an opportunity to take part in a Round Robin Author Sessions, rotating between three interactive stations.
In the Meeting Room, Tracy Thomas, author of Karura at Night, shared fascinating insights into the secret life of the forest after dark.
In the Auditorium, Ian Omollo, author of Zingira, read his story to the learners, and spoke passionately about conservation and the role of young people in protecting the environment.
At the Clubhouse, Wangari the Storyteller shared some of her published stories, and encouraged children to exchange ideas.The sessions reflected the true spirit of KFEET, blending education, creativity, and environmental stewardship in a way that excites and empowers learners.
After a shared lunch, participants joined KFEET guides for a forest walk, where the morning’s stories came to life among the trees, butterflies, and birds of Karura. The walk, as always, offered a moment of connection with nature, with learning, and with each other.
As the event drew to a close, one message stood out clearly, KFEET’s work over the past 15 years has left a lasting imprint not only on the forest, but also on the hearts of countless children who have passed through its gates. “KFEET at 15: Stories in the Forest” was a celebration of the power of stories, always aiming to inspire the next generation of forest guardians.
Julie Kimutai
Manager, KFEET
The Karura Forest Environmental Education Trust — KFEET — was established in 2010 to promote environmental education and provide a centre for learning about forest ecosystems.
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