Former Environment Cabinet Secretary Prof. Judy Wakhungu has landed a new role at the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
In a statement on Thursday, January 8, WWF announced that Wakhungu has been appointed to the WWF International Board of Trustees.
The organisation said Wakhungu’s appointment reflects both her national legacy in environmental reform and her growing influence in international environmental governance.
“WWF-Kenya is proud to celebrate the appointment of Kenya’s former Minister for Environment, Water & Natural Resources, Prof. Amb. Judi Wakhungu, to the WWF International Board of Trustees.
“Her expertise in public policy, diplomacy, and environmental governance will further strengthen WWF’s mission as we work with partners worldwide to secure a future where people and nature thrive,” WWF stated.
Wakhungu is widely recognised for championing landmark environmental reforms during her tenure in government from the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act of 2013, Forest Act of 2015, and Climate Change Act of 2016, to the 2017 ban on single-use plastic bags.
She also served as Kenya’s Ambassador to France, the Holy See, Portugal, Serbia and Monaco.
Wakhungu, who is a geologist by training, has held numerous international roles, including serving on the Scientific Advisory Board of the UN Secretary-General, as an Energy Advisor to the World Bank, and as Vice-President of the United Nations Environment Assembly.
Her leadership in global conservation has also been recognised through prestigious honours such as the Oceans Award and the Clark R. Bavin Award.
“Her expertise in public policy, diplomacy, and environmental governance will further strengthen WWF’s mission as we work with partners worldwide to secure a future where people and nature thrive,” WWF added.
