Hi, I’m Patrick Ngugi, a photographer based in Nairobi with a passion for storytelling that makes an impact. My work focuses on news and climate change photography—capturing the moments that matter, the stories that need to be told, and the realities that shape our world. Through my lens, I bring to light the human side of global challenges, whether it’s covering breaking news or documenting the effects of climate change on communities here in Kenya and beyond. I believe that a single image has the power to inform, inspire, and move people to action. Working with media outlets, NGOs, and other organizations, I aim to create visuals that resonate deeply and foster change. If you’re looking for powerful, story-driven photography, I’d love to explore how my work can help bring your vision to life. Feel free to take a look at my portfolio to see the world as I see it—or reach out if you’d like to connect!
Inside the Tense Negotiations Shaping UNEA-7
The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), scheduled for December 8–12 in Nairobi, has not officially begun. But inside the United Nations compound at Gigiri, the negotiations are already underway, long before delegates take their seats for the formal opening. For the past two days, youth leaders, civil society groups, scientists, and […]
Kenya’s EV Boom Puts the Country at the Center of UNEA-7
An African Experiment in Climate Solutions Goes Global Nairobi — On a cool December morning in 2025, an electric boda-boda slips past the tree-lined perimeter of the United Nations complex in Gigiri. Delegates arriving for the seventh United Nations Environment Assembly pause briefly—not because the motorcycle is unusual, but because it is now a familiar […]
UNEA-7 Explained: What It Is and Why the 2025 Session in Nairobi Matters
What Is UNEA-7 and Why Does It Matter for Our Planet The United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) is the world’s highest-level decision-making body on the environment. It was established in 2012 under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). All 193 UN Member States take part. UNEA meets every two years. Governments, ministers, NGOs, scientists, youth, […]
The Untold Stories of Nairobi’s Flood Victims
The rains began with a gentle drizzle, the kind Nairobians have long welcomed to ease the city’s dust-filled air. But what started as a reprieve quickly turned into a relentless downpour, swelling rivers and overwhelming drainage systems. Within hours, entire neighborhoods were submerged, turning bustling streets into canals of murky water. The floods hit hardest […]
The Hunt for Medals, Not Lions in the Maasai Olympics
At dawn, the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro rises majestically over the small town of Kimana. Its grandeur is a quiet reminder of the enduring spirit of the land and its people. I arrive at the Kimana Sanctuary, home to the annual Maasai Olympics, a groundbreaking event that replaces a centuries-old tradition of lion hunting […]
Africa Climate Summit 2023 Urgent Calls for Climate Action
In the heart of Nairobi, under the sprawling canvas of a clear blue sky, Africa made its stand. The Africa Climate Summit 2023 (ACS23) brought the world to Kenya, uniting leaders, activists, and communities from across the continent to tackle the ever-pressing challenge of climate change. The energy in the city was palpable as hundreds […]
Sodium Cyanide Chaos in Kiambu. The Looting and Safety Warnings
As I arrived in Kambembe, Rironi, the reality of the sodium cyanide truck spill struck me immediately. The site of the overturned truck, which had carried 22 tonnes of sodium cyanide destined for Uganda, was eerily quiet, save for the lingering danger invisible to the naked eye. Residents, unaware of the lethal threat, had descended […]
Drought Crisis as Climate Change Hits Ganze, Kilifi County
A searing sun beats down on Ganze, Kilifi County, turning the once fertile ground into a parched, cracked desert. The scent of desperation and struggle hangs in the air, carried by the hot wind that sweeps across the region. Ganze, a rural community in Coastal Kenya where agriculture and livestock are lifelines, has been brought […]