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Kenya secures historic win to host global forestry congress

Dr Deborah N. Barasa, Cabinet Secretary. [Photo, Standard]

Kenya has won the bid to host the 27th International Union of Forest Research Organisations (IUFRO) World Congress in 2029, marking the first time the prestigious global event will be held in Africa.

The announcement places Nairobi at the centre of global forestry dialogue, drawing scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders from around the world.

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