On August 1, 2025, the Laikipia conservation community gathered at the KWS Laikipia Station to commemorate the World Rangers Day under the theme “Rangers Powering Transformative Conservation.” The event featured a full programme of activities, presentations, and speeches that highlighted the bravery and commitment of frontline conservation personnel across the landscape. The day began with…
On October 4th, the LWF partnered with the ILMAMUSI Community Forest Association (CFA) to host the 4th edition of the Walk Wild event in the magnificent Mukogodo Forest. Held at Lekurruki Primary School, this year’s theme was a clear and timely reminder of collective responsibility: “One step,one tree, one landscape.” The event opened with energising…
The serene environment and beautiful view of Mount Kenya at Peaks Hotel, Nanyuki, provided a calm and welcoming venue for a three-day Training Workshop and Community Dialogue organized by the SDGs Kenya Forum in collaboration with the Pathways Policy Institute (PPI). LWF participated actively throughout the workshop. Held from 16th to 18th September 2025, the…
On 31st October 2025, Beisa Hotel hosted a productive workshop organised by the Pathways Policy Institute (PPI) and the Health NGOs Network (HENNET). The workshop aimed to establish the Laikipia County Primary Health Care (PHC) Coalition, a platform meant to bring together Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and the County Health Management Team (CHMT). LWF joined…
The County Government of Laikipia, through LCDA, hosted a vibrant Appreciation Event at the Governor’s Office in Nanyuki to recognize partners working across the county. The gathering brought together organizations from education, agriculture, health, water, conservation, and other sectors. Each team represented work that is transforming lives and helping the county advance its development agenda.…
On 31st May 2025, the rooftop of Cedar Mall in Nanyuki transformed into a vibrant showcase of conservation, culture, and commerce as the inaugural Laikipia Wildlife and Tourism Expo took center stage. Organized by the Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) in partnership with the Laikipia Tourism Association (LTA), the event brought together 53 exhibitors from across…
The long-awaited Friday, 27th June 2025 was finally here with us! Why long-awaited? Because it was the first-ever Annual General Meeting (AGM) of LWF to be held within the LWF compound. The beautiful morning sunrise and the chipping of the diverse species of birds ushered in the day under the well-manicured lawns, and the beautiful…
In LWF’s continued effort to establish partnerships and create synergies, Celline visited Shoshin Innovation Hub in Nairobi on 30th June 2025 and held fruitful discussions with Ms. Juliana Baraka, the Head of Programs. Shoshin is a Japanese word translated in English as ‘a beginner’s mind.’ It is about innovations that start small and eventually become…
Laikipia is endowed with key wildlife species that mainly occur outside protected areas. Most of these species are critical to the ecosystem, and their conservation through species action plans is crucial for enhancing and maintaining viable populations. Reticulated / Somali giraffe is one of the endangered species that occurs east of the Rift Valley across…
Conservation Education forms one of our key thematic areas in championing sustainability. Our commitment to nurturing and creating resilience in the students has been at the heart of our work across the Greater Laikipia Landscape. During the August holiday, LWF participated in the annual conservation educators’ workshop organized by our partners, the Northern Kenya Conservation…