Protecting Lake Olbolossat for Future Generations
Community-led conservation, forest restoration, and sustainable livelihoods across the Lake Olbolossat and Aberdare ecosystem.
Our Impact
Working with communities to restore forests, protect wetlands, strengthen livelihoods, and conserve Kenya’s only high-altitude freshwater lake.
110K+
Trees Planted
270
Acres Restored
150+
Farmers Supported
20+
Schools & Churches
40K+
Seedlings Distributed
2
Community Nurseries
Who We Are
Friends of Lake Olbolossat Foundation (FLOBF) is a community-based environmental conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring the Lake Olbolossat ecosystem and the wider Aberdare watershed in Nyandarua County, Kenya.
Through partnerships with local communities, schools, churches, farmers, Community Forest Associations, government institutions, and conservation partners, we restore forests, strengthen livelihoods, promote environmental education, and build climate resilience.
Our vision is a healthy, resilient ecosystem where people and nature thrive together for generations to come.
Why Lake Olbolossat Matters
Lake Olbolossat is one of Kenya’s most important freshwater ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, communities, and water security.
Vital Water Source
The lake supports downstream rivers and provides water for communities, livestock, agriculture, and wildlife.
Rich Biodiversity
Home to numerous bird species, wetlands, and wildlife, making it one of Kenya’s most valuable freshwater ecosystems.
Climate Resilience
Healthy forests and wetlands improve carbon storage, reduce erosion, and strengthen resilience against climate change.
Our Work
Our conservation programmes restore ecosystems, improve livelihoods, strengthen climate resilience, and empower local communities to become stewards of the Lake Olbolossat watershed.
Kirima–Muruai Reforestation
Working with local communities and the Kenya Forest Service to restore degraded forest landscapes through indigenous tree planting and long-term ecosystem protection.
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Community Tree Nurseries
Our nurseries produce indigenous and commercial seedlings that support schools, churches, farmers, and landscape restoration initiatives across the watershed.
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Happy Valley Fruit Tree Project
Providing grafted avocado, apple, plum, and pear seedlings to strengthen food security, improve nutrition, and create sustainable household incomes.
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Environmental Education
Working with schools, churches, youth groups, and communities to promote environmental awareness, conservation leadership, and climate action.
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A glimpse into our conservation journey across the Lake Olbolossat and Aberdare ecosystem.
Voices From Our Community
What our partners and community members say about working with FLOBF.
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Working Together
Our impact is made possible through strong partnerships with government, communities, schools, churches, and conservation organizations.
Latest Updates
News and stories from our conservation work across the watershed.
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Together we can restore forests, protect wetlands, empower communities, conserve biodiversity, and secure a healthier future for generations to come.
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