Odhiambo Jerameel Kevins
Mr. Odhiambo is a lawyer and legal researcher. He is interested in constitutional law, environmental law, democracy and good governance. His contact: kevinsjerameel@gmail.com
Eco-criticism emerges as a prominent lens through which Kenyan literature analyzes the intricate relationships between characters and their natural surroundings.
The enduring dialogue between African literature and climate change in Kenya transcends the mere artistic realm, assuming the character of an imperative discourse in the broader socio-environmental context.
In its essence, the symbiotic relationship between African literature and the...
Green growth embodies an economic approach that seeks to foster sustainable development while minimizing negative environmental impacts.
Kenya's legal foundations for green growth are embedded in its legislative frameworks for environmental conservation.
The country's dedication to fostering sustainable practices is exemplified through agencies such as the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA).
Kenya stands at a pivotal juncture, where the pursuit of prosperity...
Like many other nations, Kenya finds itself at the crossroads of addressing environmental challenges while ensuring the welfare of its citizens.
By holding businesses accountable for environmentally harmful practices, consumer protection regulations can drive a shift towards green innovation and responsible resource management.
Kenya's e-waste management regulations, coupled with consumer protection laws, can help mitigate the environmental impact of...
The marriage of PPPs and climate financing is particularly potent in mobilizing private sector resources and expertise to bolster environmental initiatives.
PPPs embody a collaborative paradigm where public and private entities join forces to address complex challenges.
The intersection of PPPs and climate financing forms a powerful alliance that holds significant promise in the global effort to combat climate change....
Financial mechanisms play a crucial role in determining which energy projects get off the ground and who ultimately benefits from them.
Project finance serves as a linchpin in propelling renewable energy initiatives like solar and wind farms, essential components of fostering a diversified and sustainable energy mix.
Empowering communities through project finance mechanisms goes beyond mere consultation; it involves creating opportunities...
Technology, if well leveraged, can help humanity in waste reduction.
Sensors, drones, and satellites can be used to make sustainable waste management easy and manageable.
AI can monitor waste management practices and report on key metrics.
Technology defines the 21st century.
Generally it can be argued that the various technology modes are meant to make life easier.
Technology has witnessed impressive evolution in...
According to United Nations, Climate Change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns.
These shifts may be natural, such as through variations in the solar cycle.
But since the 1800s, human activities have been the main driver of climate change, primarily due to burning fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas.
Burning fossil fuels generates greenhouse gas emissions which...
On 12th January this year, Advocate Fidel Mwaki shared on his status an interesting article titled “The ethical dilemma in treatment consents during critical care emergencies”.
The same was published in one of the dailies in Kenya. The three authors of the article used a real scenario to derive their point.
This was the scenario: ‘An elderly man presents himself to...
Arbitration, in its simplest sense, refers to a procedure in which a dispute is submitted, on the parties' agreement, to one or more arbitrators, who make a binding decision on the dispute.
In choosing arbitration, the parties opt for a private dispute resolution procedure instead of going to court.
Halsbury's law of England defines arbitration as a process by which a...
