“The forest is running away from us each time we try to move closer to them…” I this was the voice that reverberated across the crowd the year 2008 when the government and private partners came together to launch program to sensitize communities on the need to protect our forest lest we regret the consequences.Many years ago, it was an up-hill task engaging communities to jointly come together to help in the conservation efforts. Consequently, there was limited buy-in from local communities, many of whom remained hostile to conservation. However, many communities have felt the consequences that are being caused…
Author: David Indeje
David Indeje
David Indeje is the Community Engagement Editor at Khusoko, East Africa’s leading digital business news platform. He shapes editorial content, drives audience engagement, and amplifies diverse voices. Beyond journalism, he consults on digital strategy across agriculture, governance, technology, and health, while examining AI’s role in the future of media. He also serves as Communications Officer at KICTANet, advancing digital inclusion and policy dialogue.