Environment, poverty and economic growth in Kenya: What are the links and why do they matter?

Over the last decade the Kenyan economy has declined as demonstrated by GDP growth rates. Interest rates have fallen, exchange rates remained stable and inflation held down, while private sector investment and employment has grown. Overall, this gives a positive picture of economic growth prospects. When we look more closely at this encouraging economic picture, there are also however causes for serious concern. While Kenya’s economy is undoubtedly growing, we can at the same time see signs of environmental degradation and pollution. Forest area has declined, wetlands have decreased..