Kenya and the European Union are expanding their climate action cooperation, evidenced by the unveiling of 14 new sub-grantees for grassroots projects. This initiative, part of the Meaningful Engagement Transformative Action (META) program, aims to strengthen Kenyan Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) as vital partners in national stability and development.

• 14 new sub-grantees were launched to spearhead grassroots climate action across six regions in Kenya.
• The event furthered the EU-Kenya Roadmap for Engagement with Civil Society (2022-2025), emphasizing meaningful engagement as a catalyst for transformative action.
• Dr. Raymond Omollo, Internal Security and National Administration Principal Secretary, lauded CSOs as indispensable partners and highlighted the government's commitment to implementing the Public Benefits Organisations (PBO) Act, 2013.
• Henriette Geiger, the EU Ambassador to Kenya, stated that investing in CSOs across all six regional blocs ensures inclusivity.
• The annual EU–Kenya Civil Society Forum aims to review progress and provide recommendations for 2026.