ECO-HERO AWARD WINNERS
Alice Wanjiru
1st PLACE
Alice Wanjiru, an 11-year-old climate ambassador, has led efforts to rehabilitate Nairobi's Ruai Sewer Treatment Plant by planting over 2,000 trees, mobilizing community clean-ups, and successfully advocating for policies protecting communities from harmful emissions.
Elvia Gómez Troya
HONORABLE MENTION
Elvia Gómez Troya, 13, from Egüés, Navarra, Spain, is "Elvia the Tracker," inspiring global conservation. Through her popular Instagram, published book, and direct anti-poaching efforts in Zambia, she shares a profound love for wildlife, educating thousands and fostering respect for nature.
Charmante Espoire Nduwayo
2nd PLACE
Charmante Espoire Nduwayo, 15, from Bujumbura, Burundi, is saving the Gikoma River. Through tree planting and community education on sanitary waste, she's stabilized riverbanks, reduced pollution, and safeguarded her community's health and livelihoods.
Nigel D'Souza
FINALIST
Nigel D'Souza, 14, from Arusha, Tanzania, is a dedicated young herpetologist and conservationist. He uses his platform to educate communities about the importance of snakes, dispelling common fears and highlighting their crucial role in the ecosystem.