Kenya Wildlife Service Rallies Conservation Partners for a Sustainable Future
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By John Kariuki
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Director General, Prof. Erustus Kanga, and KWS Board Chair, Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Walter Koipaton, recently convened key conservation stakeholders at the Conservation Partners Forum: Making Peace with Nature, held at Nairobi National Park’s historic ivory burning site. This landmark venue symbolizes Kenya’s firm stance against poaching, illegal wildlife trade, and environmental degradation.
The forum emphasized the urgent need for collective action to protect Kenya’s biodiversity. Discussions focused on expanding wildlife corridors, improving ranger welfare, and leveraging modern technology for conservation. Leaders highlighted key initiatives, including the expansion of the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, enhancing underutilized national parks, and strengthening law enforcement to combat poaching and habitat destruction.
With climate change and human encroachment posing growing threats, KWS called on local and global partners to invest in sustainable conservation strategies. The modernization of surveillance systems, increased funding for anti-poaching efforts, and species recovery programs were identified as critical steps toward securing Kenya’s wildlife heritage.
“Our future depends on innovative conservation solutions and a united commitment to protecting our ecosystems,” said Prof. Kanga. “This is not just an environmental duty but an investment in Kenya’s natural legacy.”
The call to action was clear—ensuring Kenya’s wildlife thrives for generations requires unwavering support, collaboration, and the adoption of cutting-edge conservation methods. Through strengthened partnerships, KWS remains committed to safeguarding the nation’s rich biodiversity.
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