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Forestry Secretary Tarus confirms plans to construct airstrip in Imenti Forest
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The Kenyan government plans to build an airstrip in the Imenti Forest to improve emergency response times for wildfires. While officials argue the facility is essential for conservation, environmentalists have raised concerns regarding the potential loss of tree cover.
State Department of Forestry Secretary George Tarus speaking on July 22, 2026 / Screengrab State Department of Forestry Secretary George Tarus has confirmed that the government plans to construct an airstrip in Imenti Forest, saying the facility is intended to strengthen the country's capacity to respond to forest fires.
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