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Topic: Wildlife

Conservationists: New laboratory a game changer for wildlife health

By Phares Mutembei   2026-06-12 12:12:38

The establishment of the lab is expected improve conservation-led veterinary medicine in an area that is rich in wildlife biodiversity.

Konza becomes Africa's first smart city wildlife conservancy

By Juliet Omelo   2026-06-11 11:57:40

The designation positions Konza Technopolis as a flagship model for combining digital infrastructure, ecological protection, and long-term sustainable urban planning.

Rising Lake Naivasha water levels displace wildlife

By Anthony Gitonga   2026-06-10 11:15:47

Tens of wild animals have been displaced by the rising water levels of Lake Naivasha as residents continue to feel the full wrath of nature. 

'This is not a land grab': KWS says Nairobi Park upgrade is critical for wildlife survival

By Jacinta Mutura and Eucabeth Nyarianya   2026-06-08 21:48:15

The Kenya Wildlife Service has defended the planned Nairobi National Park development, saying the upgrade of the Nairobi Animal Orphanage is a necessary conservation intervention.

Chinese wildlife trafficking kingpin nabbed at JKIA

By Hudson Gumbihi   2026-06-07 20:55:55

A Chinese national previously jailed for wildlife trafficking was arrested at JKIA after attempting to re-enter Kenya, amid ongoing efforts to combat transnational ivory smuggling networks.

KWS raises alarm as rising bushmeat trade threatens wildlife in Tsavo

By Renson Mnyamwezi   2026-06-05 13:05:16

KWS says poachers are indiscriminately killing wildlife, particularly small game, for both subsistence and commercial trade.