STORY: Youth, women to lead Africa's green revolution: Kenyan first lady
DATELINE: Sept. 6, 2023
LENGTH: 0:01:07
LOCATION: Nairobi
CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT

SHOTLIST:
1. various of the conference
2. SOUNDBITE (English): RACHEL RUTO, Kenya's First Lady
3. various of the conference

STORYLINE:
Kenya's First Lady Rachel Ruto on Monday hosted dignitaries at the First Lady's Pavilion at the Africa Climate Summit 2023 in Nairobi, to discuss the important role of education and skills development in building a sustainable future, as well as the role of women as we transition to clean energy.

During the "Big Opportunity, Education and Skills Development for a Climate Adapted and Green Economy" session, the first lady recognized education as the pivotal cog in the ecosystem that will unlock the potential and opportunities in the green economy by enabling people to grasp the intricate interplay between ecosystems, climate change, and the imperative of sustainable development.

Speaking during the "Role of Women in Energy Transition" session, Ruto highlighted the importance of transitioning to renewable and clean energy sources and the integral role women must play in this transition, including closing electricity access gaps and promoting clean cooking solutions, especially in rural and low-income areas.

SOUNDBITE (English): RACHEL RUTO, Kenya's First Lady
"Women in Africa stand as formidable agents of change in the journey towards an energy transition for a formidable future. Their contributions extend beyond environmental preservation encompassing economic development, social equity and community resilience. Recognizing and supporting the diverse roles women can undertake in advancing clean and sustainable energy sources on the continent is of paramount importance."

Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Nairobi.
(XHTV)