
Savelamu
@savelamu
Our mission is to engage communities to ensure participatory decision-making so as to achieve sustainable and responsible development in Lamu, Kenya.
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Day 1 Save Lamu met with BMU reps elected by Lamu fishermen to discuss the 35% LAPSSET compensation. Focus: transparency, fairness & inclusive decision-making amplifying voices beyond BMU chairs to truly represent fishing communities. Katiba Institute Natural Justice American Jewish World Service (AJWS)


Day 2 of our LAPSSET consultations: We agreed the 35% compensation must support the whole fishing community fishermen, dhow makers, mamakaranga & fish dealers. We’re committed to transparency, inclusivity & collective action. Katiba Institute Natural Justice


Day 3 Update: Honored to engage with Bandarini Sacco on sustainable development rooted in Islamic Sharia. Their insights on community-friendly loans inspire a future that’s inclusive, transparent & culturally aligned. Katiba Institute Natural Justice American Jewish World Service (AJWS)


Save Lamu is actively shaping inclusive proposals in the 35% Taskforce for Sustainable Development uplifting key sectors like mamakaranga, dealers & dhow makers. Together, we’re building a just, people-driven future for Lamu. Katiba Institute Natural Justice


Save Lamu reaffirms its commitment to fair and transparent use of the 35% allocation for sustainable development. Our communities deserve justice, equity and a future they can trust. Katiba Institute Natural Justice American Jewish World Service (AJWS)


On 29 May 2025, the Land & Environment Court will rule on the proposed coal project. This verdict affects our health, environment & future. Stand with Lamu. Say NO to coal. deCOALonize Kenya Natural Justice Katiba Institute



Save Lamu leads a peaceful protest & dhow display to oppose coal in Lamu. We amplify our call through a press briefing: stop coal, protect health, heritage & climate. As court judgment nears (29 May), we call for solidarity. deCOALonize Kenya Katiba Institute Natural Justice


We remain steadfast in our commitment to environmental justice. Our community’s voice matters & we will not tire in the pursuit of equity. Justice delayed is justice denied the struggle continues and so does our resolve. deCOALonize Kenya Katiba Institute Natural Justice


Save Lamu, Kenya Oil & Gas Working Group, and Natural Justice engage the community on oil exploration & policy. Locals raise concerns over lack of public participation and licensing of harmful projects. Stronger grassroots action proposed for Lamu & Kwale. Natural Justice



Save Lamu meets with all Lamu BMUs to strategize on the 35% sustainability compensation proposal, now pending court approval. A united push for coastal community rights and sustainable development. Katiba Institute Natural Justice deCOALonize Kenya


Save Lamu, Katiba Institute & Natural Justice held Barazas in Shella & Amu with BMUs to discuss the proposed 35% for sustainable development under fishermen compensation. Strong support voiced including from previously excluded groups Unity for coastal justice. Katiba Institute
