VOICED: Saving Kenya's watershed -- but at a human cost

The video discusses the plight of a former Kenyan soldier facing eviction from the Mouth Forest, a critical environmental area in Kenya. The forest, home to thousands of families, is under threat due to deforestation, leading to water shortages and environmental degradation. The government, reversing its previous settlement policies, seeks to evict residents to conserve the forest. However, the community is resisting, leading to potential legal battles. The situation highlights the tension between environmental conservation and human settlement rights.

What is the main reason the former Kenyan army serviceman is facing eviction from his plot in the Mount Forest?

• His plot was illegally acquired.

• He violated environmental laws.

• The government is reversing its settlement policies.

• He failed to pay taxes.

What is the primary livelihood of the families living in the Mount Forest?

• Fishing

• Mining

• Farming, logging, and charcoal production

• Tourism

What has been the impact of deforestation on the Mount Forest?

• Improved air quality

• Expansion of forest area

• Increased wildlife population

• Radical drop in groundwater levels

How has the government responded to the environmental issues in the Mount Forest?

• By planting more trees

• By planning to evict forest dwellers

• By promoting tourism

• By building dams

What is the community's reaction to the government's eviction plans?

• They are negotiating for compensation.

• They are seeking legal action to challenge the eviction.

• They are ignoring the government's plans.

• They are planning to relocate voluntarily.