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Kenyan Teen Plants 270K Mangroves, Fights Climate Change
11 Sep
Summary
- Shanariha Evans, 14, leads environmental movement in Kenya.
- Young Warriors Club planted over 270,000 mangroves.
- Club educated over 2,000 students in 36 Kenyan schools.
Kenyan teenager Shanariha Evans, aged 14, is a remarkable climate activist leading the youth-led environmental organisation, the Young Warriors Club. Founded in 2019 when Evans was 12, the club focuses on climate literacy, environmental protection, and marine conservation, primarily through mangrove restoration and plastic waste removal.
As of 2026, the Young Warriors Club has achieved significant milestones, including planting over 270,000 mangrove trees, with a major campaign initiated in 2020. They have also removed hundreds of tonnes of plastic waste from coastal areas. The organisation has partnered with more than 36 public schools across Kenya, directly educating and inspiring over 2,000 students.
Evans' dedication and the club's tangible achievements were recognized in 2026 when she won the Youth award at the P.E.A. Awards. This award celebrated her ability to combine youth leadership with practical conservation efforts, reinforcing the model where education and hands-on action mutually support environmental change.
