Tag: human-wildlife conflict
State launches compensation scheme to tackle human-wildlife conflict
President William Ruto has launched a compensation scheme for damages arising from human-wildlife conflict.
The President said in 2022, the compensation claims stood at Ksh 7...
Solar-powered borehole in Amboseli reshapes human-wildlife coexistence
In the heart of the Ilmarba community in Kajiado County where wildlife roams freely, the harmony between humans and animals can sometimes be disrupted,...
Kenya explores digital innovations to solve human-wildlife conflict quagmire
The use of technology has been a game changer in wildlife conservation in Kenya.
Amboseli National Park Assistant Director Paul Wambi says technology has been...
Ksh 1.1B set aside to compensate victims of human wildlife conflict
The government has set aside Ksh 1.1 billion this year to compensate victims of the wild-life conflicts, according to Tourism Cabinet Secretary Peninah Malonza.
Already,...
Marauding elephants wreak havoc in Njabini, Kinangop
A group of farmers in Njabini area of Kinangop are counting losses running into thousands of shillings after a herd of elephants raided their...
Marauding lion attack leaves three people nursing serious injuries
Three people are nursing serious injuries at Nanyuki Teaching and Referral Hospital (NTRH) after they were attacked by a lion in Kimugandura area, Laikipia East...
KWS issued 3-day ultimatum to drive back marauding elephants into Tsavo
Residents in the Mutha location in Kitui County have issued the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) a three-day ultimatum to drive over 70 elephants back...
Conservation organizations’ innovative ideas solving human-wildlife conflict
Cases of human-wildlife conflicts, a struggle between people and animals, have been widespread in Kenya. They mostly manifest when the needs and behavior of...
