Clean Air through the planting of Trees

Machakos,

Thursday, September 28, 2023

KNA by Anne Kangero/Joan Vata

Machakos residents have been asked to increase the forest cover in the area by planting more trees, especially during the anticipated short rains period.

Winny Kirigo a Marketing Manager at Pride Inn Plaza while addressing participants during the celebrations of the World’s Tourism Day in Machakos town said planting trees helps in the circulation of clean fresh air and attracts rainfall making the environment green and the world a better place.

Madam Kirigo said the theme of International Tourism Day is Tourism and green investments adding that it is important to invest in planting trees and leaving a better world for future generations.

“When we plant trees any time, it can benefit the environment because it cleans the air by eliminating air pollution, conserves the environment, and helps attract rain for irrigation,” said Kirigo.

Machakos University Students led in the planting of trees and cleaning the park, Stephen Onyango, a 4th Year student pursuing Hospitality and Tourism management said they are happy to be part of the green investment and have embraced International Tourism Day.

Onyango said they have collected all the garbage at the people’s park and have also planted trees to help keep the environment clean and green.

He encouraged the youth to participate in green practices such as planting trees all over the country which will prevent global warming, reduce soil erosion, and boost soil fertility.

World Tourism Day is celebrated on September 27. The day highlights the significance of tourism in fostering cultural exchange, economic growth, and sustainable development.

Courtesy; KNA