Governor Kiraitu has led the County to mark the 2019 International Day of Forests at Njogune and St. Paul Boarding Primary Schools, by planting over 400 tree seedlings.

The Governor said trees are the main source of life for humanity and animals hence, increasing the plant population across the world, is as necessary as living.

" Without trees, we cannot have rain, without rain there's no water, and so is plants and animals" said the Governor. "For us to have a better living, we have to continue that cycle of life." Added the Governor.

To mark his words, he said he will lead by example by planting at least 3000 trees of his own this season, to help conserve the environment at his "world"

Further, Kiraitu encouraged the people to not only plant more trees in their own villages, but also nurture them for better growth.

Mr. Dennis Amimo, Ruthumbi Forest Station Manager, said the station has been working with Mt. Kenya Trust, Upper TANA, in planting trees in Schools saying about 2 million trees have been planted in the zone.

Area CFA Chair, Linus Mugambi said the CFA Community is happy to protect the forests and animals . The team has been promoting tree planting, bee keeping and fish farming.

While last year's theme was Forests For Sustainable Cities, today's theme was "Forests and Education." aimed at celebrating and raising awareness on the importance of all types of forests.

The 21 st day of March was proclaimed in 2012 following United Nations General Assembly resolutions.