A new report by BirdLife International reveals a concerning decline in migratory bird species, with many now facing extinction, prompting a global commitment to their protection.

• 45 percent of migratory bird species are in decline, and one in nine are threatened with extinction.
• The Global Flyways Summit in Nairobi saw governments, conservation groups, and financial institutions sign the Nairobi Flyways Declaration.
• Several development banks committed over $6 billion towards conservation projects along major bird migration routes.

NSSF Uganda is actively reaching out to Ugandans living and working in Kenya, encouraging them to utilize the fund's savings and investment products to secure their financial future back home.

• The initiative aims to boost contributions from citizens abroad, with a focus on voluntary savings now operational since November 2024.
• Key figure: Patrick Michael Ayota, Managing Director of NSSF Uganda, highlighted the importance of these products for those planning to return to Uganda.
• The Uganda High Commission in Nairobi partnered with NSSF Uganda for an engagement forum that also provided identification services through the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA).

Kenya's tourism sector is implementing contingency plans as the El Niño rains cause flooding along the Coast, primarily affecting Mombasa and Kwale.

• Despite the adverse weather, tourists are currently maintaining their October–December bookings.
• Tour operators are actively identifying flood-prone hotels and implementing measures like restricting night travel and preparing to reroute visitors.
• The article highlights that even with potential disruptions, the industry is proactively managing the situation to ensure visitor safety.