On 29th–30th April 2026,Hekima University College – Centre for Research Training and Publications (CRTP)- Hekima University College in partnership with the Catholic Justice and Peace Department (CJPD) of the Catholic Diocese of Kakamega, conducted an impactful agroforestry training on sustainable land management at Bishop Nicholas Stam Pastoral and Animation Centre, Kakamega. Bringing together farmers, youth, environmental practitioners, , and county representatives, the training equipped participants with practical knowledge and hands-on skills to integrate trees into farming systems for improved livelihoods, environmental conservation, and climate resilience. Participants led by Mr. Amos Wekesa (The Trainer), explored key agroforestry concepts, sustainable land restoration approaches, biodiversity conservation, and practical farming systems designed to boost productivity while protecting natural resources.
The training combined theory with practical field sessions, including nursery establishment, tree management, contour planting, and farm visits to observe successful agroforestry models in practice. Participants gained valuable insights into how agroforestry can restore degraded land, improve soil fertility, strengthen food security, and generate long-term income opportunities for communities. The initiative also emphasized collaborative action, equipping participants with strategies to promote sustainable Mining and Agroforestry practices, resolve land-use challenges, and share knowledge within their communities to foster environmental stewardship and resilience.