The Environment and Land Court in Nakuru has issued a temporary injunction, halting Phase II geothermal drilling at the Menengai Crater. This follows a public interest lawsuit filed by Baboon Project Kenya against the Geothermal Development Company (GDC), alleging significant environmental and human rights violations.

• The order was issued on December 17, with the next mention date set for February 5, 2026.
• Baboon Project Kenya, a non-profit organization, accuses GDC of causing severe noise pollution and environmental degradation through its operations.
• The petitioners seek to quash, suspend, or revoke the existing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) license for the project, citing flawed assessments and inadequate public participation.