The year 2017 marked the highest recorded tree cover loss at 22,163.39 hectares, with shifting agriculture responsible for a significant portion of this figure. Conversely, 2021 saw the lowest loss at 7,564.23 hectares, indicating a potential improvement in managing land use and reducing deforestation.
These incidents and losses have far-reaching implications for the country's ecosystem, including biodiversity, climate regulation, and soil stability. The ongoing challenge for Kenya remains to balance development with environmental conservation to ensure a sustainable future.
