In August, we had the privilege of participating in the Dreams Youth Expo, an event organized by the Drawing Dreams Initiative, a youth-led community-based organization based in Laikipia County, Kenya. The expo, held on the 11th and 12th, was an exciting platform that brought together young change-makers and organizations dedicated to driving meaningful social change.…
Sudan was the last male northern white rhinoceros on earth. He had become an international celebrity, not because of any special talents but because he represented an entire subspecies that was about to become functionally extinct. This extinction wasn’t because the rhinos failed in evolution. It was because they could not survive us, mankind. Wild…
The Executive Director of LWF participated in a global conference organized by the Kenya Women in Nature Network (WiNN) Chapter in Nairobi from 31st July to 4th August 2023. The event brought together various groups to share experiences and knowledge on mentorship and conservation with each other. The event’s theme ‘Promoting women participation and visibility…
Naatum Women Group members have a look at the MCF story in the first quarter edition of the Forum Focus Newsletter With a mission to support local initiatives that bring benefits to people, wildlife, and their habitats, the Mazingira Conservation Fund (MCF) is a driving force in uniting conservation, community engagement, and sustainable commerce.…
Laikipia Wildlife Forum Members and partners pose for a group photo after the 21st AGM held at the Nanyuki Sports Club The 21st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) held on June 16, 2023, ushered in a promising era for the organization. With over 50 dedicated members and partners in attendance,…
Lets Go Travel is dedicated to promoting social sustainability for a better future as we have focused on several initiatives to support the communities in the destinations we operate. Under our Livelihood pillar, the Pat Dixson Aid to the Elderly program made a significant impact on the lives of disadvantaged seniors in Limuru. We provided…
In the heart of Laikipia North Sub County lies Mukogodo Forest, a unique oasis surrounded by dry lands and home to four community groups. Recognizing the importance of conservation and restoration, the Ilmamusi Mukogodo Community Forest Association (CFA), in collaboration with key stakeholders, embarked on a transformative journey. This culminated in the launch of the…
Under the direction of the Laikipia Wildlife Forum, a new program called the Mazingira Conservation Fund (MCF) has been launched to promote practical conservation actions. The MCF’s mission is to channel funds to support local initiatives that result in benefits to people, wildlife, and their habitats, while its vision is to combine conservation, community, and…
To commemorate World Wildlife Day, we today joined our partners in conservation the Kenya Wildilife Service, The County Government of Laikipia, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, William Holden Wildlife Foundation, the Water Resources Authority and Likii and Nanyuki WRUA for a clean-up exercise of Rivers Nanyuki and Likii. In her speech after the clean-up, the Assistant Director,…
On Saturday, January 28th, 2023, The Leo Project brought together over 200 community members and a number of organizations to clean up the Jua Kali center. The organizations included Laikipia Wildlife Forum, BATUK, Maiyan, Pathways Policy Institute, Leo Local and El Karama Lodge. The event was a great success and aimed to address the growing…