CAVU AFRICA LAUNCHES IN NAIROBI WITH YOUTH CLIMATE INNOVATION SHOWCASE

BY VICTORIA MOVINE 

Head of the First Lady's Mazingira Award (FLAMA) Sheila Shefo Mbiru, CAVU Africa's Mercy Wambui and Peggy Olwalo, Global Peace Foundation Africa Regional Representative Daniel Juma Omondi, and Alliance High School Principal Kamau Chomba hold copies of the document after the launch of CAVU Africa and Student Showcase, themed 'A Bold Step Towards Impactful Climate Leadership and Meaningful Partnerships,' at the Nairobi National Museum on June 7, 2025. 

A bold new chapter in climate leadership was unveiled today as CAVU officially launched its African initiative, CAVU Africa, at the Nairobi National Museum Amphitheatre. The high-profile event marked a significant milestone in empowering young Africans to tackle the climate crisis through innovation, storytelling, and education.

Organized under the theme “A Bold Step Towards Impactful Climate Leadership and Meaningful Partnerships,” the launch brought together educators, climate advocates, civil society leaders, and student innovators. At the heart of the event was the recognition of winners from CAVU’s flagship program, the Climate Innovation Challenge (CIC), a STEAM-focused international competition engaging students from grades 3 to 12.

The top honors included:

Alexander Nyang'iti from Alliance High School, awarded $1,500

Shalon Kerubo from Mpesa Foundation Academy, awarded $500

Mwakingali Comprehensive School, awarded $300

Mbulia Primary School, awarded $200

Penina Kasulu, also from Mpesa Foundation Academy, awarded $200

Eight additional schools and students received honorable mentions, each earning $50 for their innovative climate-focused projects.
Teddy Warria, Director CAVU AFRICA 

The launch event featured a dynamic lineup, including a panel discussion on education, digital transformation, and climate action, as well as showcases of youth-led environmental storytelling. Notable guests included CAVU founders David S. Smith and Jordan Vaughan Smith, and Daniel Omondi Juma, Regional Representative for Africa at the Global Peace Foundation and convener of the Great Places to School (GPTS) Initiative.

CAVU Africa will focus on localizing climate education efforts across the continent, starting with Kenya. The initiative integrates with the Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum, approved by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), reinforcing its alignment with national education goals.

With over 60% of Africa’s population under 25, CAVU Africa aims to transform this demographic into a driving force for environmental sustainability. Through a blend of education, innovation, and values-based storytelling, the initiative seeks to create long-lasting climate solutions at the grassroots level.

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