Robert Sunya's bamboo posts

Bamboo is often described as a fast-growing and versatile grass. In Kenya, however, its potential goes far beyond that description. With the right structure, market access and local processing, bamboo can become a meaningful driver of a greener, more resilient economy. Kenya faces a number of interconnected challenges: pressure on forests, rising construction costs, dependence on imported building materials and limited income opportunities in rural areas. Bamboo sits at the i

Sustainable bamboo farming plays an important role in Kenya’s transition toward a greener and more resilient economy. But sustainability in bamboo is not only about how it is grown. It is about how bamboo is integrated into a complete value chain that connects farmers, processing and end markets. Bamboo grows quickly, regenerates naturally and thrives in many regions of Kenya. These characteristics make it a strong foundation for sustainable development. Yet without structure