ENHANCING NATURE-BASED SOLUTIONS FOR MANGROVE RESTORATION IN KENYA

The World Bank’s Kenya Urban Support Program forms and
reinforces urban organizations to enhance infrastructure and
services in Kenya’s participating counties. The World Bank enlisted
the Capstone team to address the urgent challenge of coastal and
shoreline degradation in Mombasa County, focusing on the use
of nature-based solutions for mangrove restoration. The team
reviewed current environmental protection frameworks, legislation,
and restoration efforts by local actors. After engaging with the
County’s government and community-based organizations, the team
identified existing gaps and opportunities in waste management,
livelihood diversification, data innovation, and integrated spatial
planning. The team also researched actionable financial objectives to
address the challenges facing mangrove restoration in the County.
The team’s deliverables included an inception report, a detailed
account of fieldwork findings, and a final recommendation for
sustainable mangrove rehabilitation to coordinate with the County
Integrated Development Plan