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Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

Also known as: KM-GBF

2026-05-232026-09-15

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Standard

    The initiative supports governments as they work towards the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, adopted by 196 countries at the United Nations Biodiversity Conference COP15 in 2022.Target 3 of the framework requires countries to effectively conserve and manage at lea

    Why Africa may struggle to meet its 30pc conservation target
  3. Capital News

    The target is part of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, adopted by 196 countries at the UN Biodiversity Conference, COP15, in 2022.

    How RCMRD and AWS are helping 24 African Countries map and protect nature
  4. Citizen Digital

    The target is part of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, adopted by 196 countries at the UN Biodiversity Conference, COP15, in 2022.

    How RCMRD and AWS are helping 24 African countries map and protect nature
  5. May 2026
  6. Citizen Digital

    Watai noted that the theme underscores the critical role of local communities, indigenous knowledge systems, and institutions in translating the ambitions of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework into action.

    China, Kenya strengthen eco-cultural tourism ties as biodiversity day marked in Nairobi
  7. Capital News

    He also referenced China’s role during the 15th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15), where it supported the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and the establishment of the Kunming Biodiversity Fund, initially end

    Kenya, China renew push for biodiversity cooperation at Nairobi wildlife exhibition
Tourism & Environment

Africa turns to satellite data for 30% conservation target tracking

The News

Governments across Eastern and Southern Africa are using satellite technology and shared geospatial data through a cloud-based platform to help meet a Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework target of protecting 30 per cent of land and water by 2030, as fragmented environmental information has threatened conservation efforts.

9 September 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Africa turns to satellite data for 30% conservation target tracking

    Governments across Eastern and Southern Africa are using satellite technology and shared geospatial data through a cloud-based platform to help meet a Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework target of protecting 30 per cent of land and water by 2030, as fragmented environmental information has threatened conservation efforts.

    9 September 2026 · The Standard

Friday 4 September

  1. RCMRD and AWS helping 24 African countries map ecosystems

    The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) is working with 24 countries in Eastern and Southern Africa to provide biodiversity maps, geospatial data, and technical support to help governments meet the global target of protecting 30% of terrestrial, inland water, coastal and marine areas by 2030 under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.

    4 September 2026 · Capital News

  2. RCMRD and AWS help 24 African nations protect nature

    Eastern and Southern African governments are working to meet the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework's goal of protecting at least 30% of terrestrial, inland water, coastal and marine areas by 2030. The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) is addressing the data-coordination challenge by consolidating biodiversity information across government agencies, research institutions and conservation organisations.

    4 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 24 May

  1. Kenya and China pledge closer eco-cultural tourism ties

    Kenya and China have committed to deeper cooperation in eco-cultural tourism and biodiversity conservation at events in Nairobi marking International Day for Biological Diversity, including a photo exhibition titled "Enchanted Encounters: From China's Yellow Sea Wetlands to the African Savannas" at the National Museums of Kenya.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 23 May

  1. Kenya, China renew biodiversity cooperation at Nairobi exhibition

    China and Kenya have renewed calls for stronger cooperation in biodiversity conservation and ecological protection at a wildlife and wetlands exhibition held at the National Museums of Kenya in Nairobi, titled "Enchanted Encounters: From China's Yellow Sea Wetlands to African Savannas." The exhibition, marking the International Day for Biological Diversity, brought together diplomats, conservation experts, and tourism officials from both countries.

    23 May 2026 · Capital News

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