Kichwa Cha Nyoka

The planting site, known as “Milihoi/Kichwa Cha Nyoka,” is situated on the coast of Kenya, directly inland from the southern end of Lamu Island. The Swahili name for the site, “Kichwa Cha Nyoka,” literally translates to “head of the snake.” The project aims to restore more than 2,000 hectares of partially degraded mangrove forests while protecting healthy mangroves.

The Old Town of Lamu was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001 for its outstanding conservation of Swahili culture in East Africa. Lamu Old Town has become a renowned tourist attraction due to its well-preserved traditional Swahili architecture. The region is also famous for its social, cultural, and religious practices that have been sustained and passed down through generations.