AAR Healthcare has strengthened its environmental agenda with the planting of 24,000 seed balls at the Ngong Forest Sanctuary, an exercise conducted in partnership with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS).
The initiative formed the highlight of the company’s annual Environment Day celebrations and accompanied the release of its Sustainability Report, which outlines its climate and community-focused commitments.
The company said the effort is part of its contribution to Kenya’s national plan to increase forest cover and curb the effects of deforestation and climate change. Its strategy focuses on community engagement, ecosystem restoration, and youth participation in conservation activities.
“Our role as a healthcare provider goes beyond treatment,” said Elizabeth Wasunna, General Manager, AAR Healthcare. “We recognise that healthy communities depend on a healthy environment, and our tree-planting programs are designed to create lasting impact for future generations.”
In the past year, AAR Healthcare has planted nearly 20,000 indigenous trees in schools and public areas, supported by local partnerships to improve survival rates. The new round of 24,000 seed balls adds momentum to the organisation’s ongoing reforestation efforts.
The Environment Day initiative drew support from several corporate partners who helped raise funds through a charity golf tournament. Sponsors included Standard Chartered Bank, AIK, IRIS Graphic, Dragon Fly, Archbuild, Harleys, Valentines Cake House, Lerba Lancet, Absa, Fredex, Bold Edge, Brand Beyond, Let’s Go Party, and Run Beyond.
AAR Healthcare’s sustainability work extends beyond tree planting. Under its flagship CSR program, Trees for Health (T4H), the organisation collaborates with schools through the Employee Voluntary Program (EVP) to promote environmental awareness among learners.
The platform also supports preventive healthcare services, including the Mass School Deworming Program, which reached 107,128 children across more than 100 schools last year.
AAR Healthcare says it will continue expanding its environmental and social interventions as part of a long-term strategy to support climate resilience and public health in Kenya.
