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A general view of the melting Lewis Glacier in Mount Kenya National Park on March 7, 2025. Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest peak, is home to rapidly shrinking glaciers that are vital for nearby ecosystems and communities. Lewis Glacier, the most studied, has lost over 90% of its mass since 1934, according to the World Glacier Monitoring Service (WGMS). This dramatic loss is driven by rising temperatures and declining rainfall, both tied by experts to global climate change. The glaciers' disappearance threatens water sources for millions, impacting farming, hydroelectric power, and biodiversity. (Photo by Luis Tato/AFP Photo)
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