President William Ruto has conditionally lifted the ban on logging in Kenya, allowing for the harvesting of only mature trees in forests nationwide. This move aims to utilize mature timber for commercial purposes and the local manufacture of furniture.

• President Ruto stated the government will begin selling mature trees to local sawmillers in the coming weeks.
• The ban was lifted at a public engagement at the Molo Technical and Vocational College in Elburgon, Molo Constituency, Nakuru County, on Monday.
• The timber harvested will be used to make furniture for the affordable houses under construction, ensuring local youth create the furniture.