Cabinet Approves Introduction Of Bridging Courses To Enhance Access To Quality University Education

Cabinet also approves Tree Planting and Nurturing Programme in learning institutions and the Climate Change (Amendment) Bill.

NAIROBI Kenya July 18 – The Cabinet on Tuesday July 18 approved the introduction and accreditation of Bridging Courses.

In this new move, which seeks to enhance access to quality university education, the Ministry of Education will develop guidelines to support the implementation of the courses.

The Cabinet also gave a nod to a Tree Planting and Nurturing Programme in learning institutions across the country.

Led by the Ministries of Education and Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, this initiative will be tasked with the Government’s tree planting and restoration to achieve 30 per cent tree cover by 2030.

The programme will establish tree nurseries in more than 45,000 schools, engaging millions of learners and teachers to plant and nurture trees.

Further, the Cabinet approved the Climate Change (Amendment) Bill, signaling Kenya’s commitment to strengthening its involvement in carbon markets.

Kenya has been actively participating in carbon markets for over 20 years, contributing to sustainable development and technology transfer.

However, the absence of a legal framework has created regulatory uncertainty, hindering full market engagement.

The Bill is expected to address these challenges by legislating on carbon markets, controlling and managing trading activities.

It aligns with international commitments under the Paris Agreement and demonstrates Kenya’s dedication to fostering a sustainable low-carbon future.

Cabinet also approved the Acquisition of Kenya Petroleum Refineries by the Kenya Pipeline Company Limited.