The Orkedi Art, Nature, and Education Foundation, based in Nanyuki, Kenya, was founded with the aim of contributing to Africa’s environmental, cultural, and artistic heritage, using art as a means of fostering love and awareness of nature, the environment, and conservation. The Foundation has four primary objectives. These include raising awareness of nature through a…
We are delighted to announce that Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) has successfully secured funding from People Powered to initiate an impactful climate resilience project in Laikipia County. This project represents a significant stride in our ongoing mission to empower local communities and foster sustainable environmental practices. In line with our commitment to community engagement and…
This year’s World Wildlife Day, hosted by Laikipia County and themed “Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation,” gathered environmental stakeholders at KANU grounds in Nanyuki, emphasizing responsible technology use in wildlife preservation. Passionate conservationists shared insights on digital tools’ role in addressing conservation challenges, highlighting the importance of harmonious human-wildlife coexistence,…
We are thrilled to announce an exciting development in the conservation education space here in Laikipia. LWF is teaming up with the Northern Kenya Conservation Clubs (NKCC) to enhance conservation education efforts and knowledge dissemination in schools across our region. In a recent meeting held at our offices in February, both organizations made a steadfast…
In the dynamic world of conservation, partnerships are key to amplifying impact and reaching wider audiences. This was evident when representatives from the MpalaLive project, Valerie May and Victor Kasii, paid a visit to our offices during the first quarter of the year to explore potential collaborations between our two organizations. For those unfamiliar, MpalaLive…
LWF and the Laikipia Tourism Association (LTA) teamed up to welcome the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) to Nanyuki and Laikipia County as a whole. KTB visited Laikipia County to engage with key stakeholders in the tourism sector and explore opportunities for collaboration and growth. The objectives of these visits were twofold: to establish connections and…
The Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) recently joined a special workshop organised by Kenya Forest Service (KFS) with support from the Food Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO). LWFs input was important in developing a plan called FOLAREP, short for Forest and Landscape Restoration Plan. This plan is all about making sure our forests and…
LWF made a significant impact during this year’s World Water Day celebrations held at Naibor, Segera Ward. The event, graced by H.E. Governor Joshua Irungu, EGH, focused on the theme ‘leveraging water for peace,’ emphasizing the crucial link between water, peace, and security, particularly in Laikipia County. Governor Irungu highlighted the County Government’s efforts in…
Imagine a world where every seed tells a story, where each sapling nurtured represents a step towards a greener, more sustainable future. MyGeoTree makes this vision a reality by seamlessly integrating technology with the tireless efforts of local communities. MyGeoTree is an innovative mobile application designed to track and monitor the process of tree restoration…
My relationship with the Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) began in my teenage years during frequent visits to my dad, who worked at Tropic Air, Nanyuki Airstrip – the former location of LWF offices before their relocation to Nanyuki town. My interest was piqued when I encountered students preparing for their field trip by the forum’s…