Kenya Wildlife Trust

Happy Labour Day from KWT.

When we think about the ‘work’ of conservation, we think about the people who are out on the frontlines, day and night, ensuring that humans and predators can safely share the same landscape.

Today, we want to celebrate our tireless workforce: Our Maasai Lion Ambassadors, who walk countless kilometers across the Mara to intercept predators and de-escalate human-wildlife conflict. Our Research Team, who spend long hours in the field tracking GPS collars and analyzing EarthRanger data to keep communities informed. Our Community Liaisons & Educators, who run our Wildlife Clubs and Ufugaji Hifadhi vaccination drives to build a sustainable future.

Conservation is hard work, but it is the most important work there is. To our staff, our partners, and the communities who work alongside us every single day. Thank you.

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This , we are reminded that stewardship of the Earth is sustained by communities, educators, and families. Environmental protection affects everyone, everywhere and the solutions are happening right now through local leadership. At KWT, our power comes from the community. We know that protecting apex predators means securing the livelihoods of the people who live alongside them

“We understand that nature is the foundation of our basic needs and resources. As a beneficiary of the KWT herders’ training, I have learned that protecting nature is not optional, it is our responsibility. If we are to continue benefiting from it, we must commit to conserving it, today and for generations to come.” - Amos Kupai.

Through our Mara Predator Conservation Programme, we recently vaccinated over 2,300 domestic cats and dogs against rabies. This proves that human health, economic security, and environmental protection are interconnected outcomes. While in our Wildlife Clubs, is empowering over 1,200 students across the Greater Mara to become the next generation of environmental stewards.

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On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we are pleased to officially welcome Celline Achieng’ as the new Executive Director of Kenya Wildlife Trust (KWT). With a wealth of experience in strategic leadership and conservation programming, we look forward to her vision guiding us as we continue our mission to protect Kenya’s apex predators.

Read more about our leadership updates here:

Welcoming Celline Achieng’ as Executive Director - Kenya Wildlife Trust As the Kenya Wildlife Trust (KWT) continues its mission to protect and conserve Kenya’s iconic apex predators, we remain committed to collaboration and institutional growth. Today, on behalf of the Board of Trustees, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Celline Achieng’ as our new Execu...

On Sunday, Kiminati, a dominant male was found in Naboisho Conservancy with critical, unsurvivable injuries following a violent clash with a hippo. Despite rapid response from KWS vets, he had to be euthanized to end his suffering.

Kiminati was a wandering nomad in 2020 and thereafter a coalition leader who sired multiple generations. His death leaves his partner Oloiborkwe alone to defend their pride, including 4 young cubs and 8 subadults, against powerful rival coalitions.

The dynamics of the wild are constantly shifting, and we will be monitoring Enesikiria pride closely. Rest in power, Kiminati.

Read his full story here:

Unforgiving Encounters Predator Watch #22 The fall of Kiminati and our first Hyena collars (30th March - 5th April 2026) Every day in the wild, a new story is written. Welcome to the 22nd edition of Predator Watch. The reality of working in the Maasai Mara is that we are constantly

Our Mara Predator Conservation Programme has launched a series of herders’ training in community high-use areas for cheetahs, beginning in Enkiu, northeast of Olarro, an area frequently utilized by Nalala, the collared cheetah. This effort comes at a time of growing concern for cheetah conservation, as increasing human-wildlife interactions, habitat pressure, and potential conflict continue to threaten their survival.

The training is designed not only to raise awareness about the ecological importance and vulnerability of cheetahs but also to equip communities with practical knowledge on how to coexist sustainably with these iconic predators. We aim to reduce conflict and promote a sense of shared responsibility in protecting cheetahs by working closely with herders who are at the frontline of these interactions.

Strengthening community understanding and stewardship is essential to securing a future for cheetahs in this landscape, and this initiative marks an important step toward safeguarding their presence for generations to come.

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From students to conservation leaders. 🎓🌍🦁

Last week, we proudly watched 21 beneficiaries of KWT’s Conservation Leadership Programme (CLP) graduate from the Wildlife Research & Training Institute Kenya.

These young men and women from the Maasai Mara, Tsavo/Amboseli, and Samburu/Laikipia ecosystems have spent the last two years studying Diplomas in Wildlife and Environmental Management.

11 of our students graduated with Distinctions.
Lilian Saasa was named the Best Diploma Student in Wildlife Management AND the 2nd Best Student overall at the institute.
Simon Mbayo Malano was awarded Best Student in Environmental Management.

As Eva Malel, Head of Examinations at Wildlife Research & Training Institute Kenya, noted: “Most of these students came not fully knowing their potential. Today, we release them to build the capacity of their communities in supporting conservation.”

To our graduates: We believe in you. You are the future of Kenya’s wildlife.

A huge thank you to our partners who made this possible: I&M Foundation, Great Plains Foundation, and the faculty at Wildlife Research & Training Institute Kenya.

Learn more about CLP: https://bit.ly/4no8Pl8
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