Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

Also known as: KM-GBF · the Framework

2026-05-232026-10-31

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October 2026
29 OctCapital News
… The warning emerged at the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17), where African regional institutions highlighted gaps in biodiversity monitoring, data sharing and institutional capacity that could hinder implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework. …
Africa’s biodiversity goals face data, funding and capacity gaps, experts warn
21 OctThe Standard
… The conference comes at a critical point in implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. …
The hard questions facing biodiversity negotiators and why COP17 matters to Kenya
September 2026
23 SeptThe Standard
… rotected and conserved areas covering about 82,185 square kilometres.This means that Kenya would therefore need an additional 16.06 percentage points of its territory to reach the 30 per cent conservation target under Target 3 of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework …
Kenya ranks eighth in regional conservation outlook
9 SeptThe 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
4 SeptCapital 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 SeptCitizen 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
May 2026
24 MayCitizen 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
23 MayCapital 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's biodiversity goals face data, funding, capacity gaps

The News

African countries lack adequate biodiversity data systems, technical expertise, and sustainable financing to implement the Global Biodiversity Framework, regional institutions warned at COP17. Regional centres and global partners are working to strengthen the technical systems and institutions needed for countries to implement and report on their biodiversity commitments at scale.

29 October 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 29 October

Africa's biodiversity goals face data, funding, capacity gaps
African countries lack adequate biodiversity data systems, technical expertise, and sustainable financing to implement the Global Biodiversity Framework, regional institutions warned at COP17. Regional centres and global partners are working to strengthen the technical systems and institutions needed for countries to implement and report on their biodiversity commitments at scale.
29 October 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 21 October

COP17 biodiversity conference tests framework delivery on nature targets
Governments meet in Yerevan in October 2026 for the UN Biodiversity Conference to assess progress on the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework adopted in 2022, shifting focus from commitments to measurable results. For Kenya, biodiversity negotiations affect food and water security, livelihoods, and coastal ecosystems including coral reefs and mangroves.
21 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 23 September

Kenya ranks eighth in Eastern and Southern Africa for conservation
Kenya has been ranked eighth among Eastern and Southern Africa countries for the share of its territory set aside for conservation, with 13.94 per cent of its terrestrial area and 0.59 per cent of its marine area classified as protected or conserved areas, according to the Biodiversity Outlook for Eastern and Southern Africa launched by the Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 9 September

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

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 →
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

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

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 →