As the Laikipia Tourism Association (LTA), we believe in creating a lasting impact on our members by enhancing their operations. Tourism and hospitality industries are among the key drivers of the Greater Laikipia landscape’s economy. Among the key benefits to our members is to enhance their operations and position them on a global scale. Over…
When I received the news that I had been nominated to represent Laikipia County in a national youth workshop on sustainable forestry, I felt a surge of excitement and responsibility. As the Project Officer for Conservation Education at Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF), I have always believed in the power of young people to shape the…
From June 11th–13th, 2025, Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) was honoured to participate in the National Learning Exchange Policy Platform held at Lake Naivasha Resort. The event was convened by CIFOR-ICRAF, with the final two days co-organised in collaboration with Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) as part of the Right Tree, Right Place – Seed Project…
The past quarter, we continued to implement our TerraFund for the AFR100 project. The project’s story has been one of growth. Growth of partnerships, of seedlings, and community resolve to restore Laikipia’s landscapes. In April, the “Shika Adabu” area in Nanyuki (part of Nanyuki’s riparian) saw over 10,000 tree seedlings planted through a joint effort…
Laikipia County hosted the County celebration for the World Environment Day on June 5th, 2025, at Likii Mixed Secondary in Nanyuki, Laikipia East sub-county. This year’s event, themed “Ending Plastic Pollution,” highlighted the importance of Environmental Conservation and Waste Management and the dire need to reduce plastic waste pollution. The event was vibrant and graced…
My industrial attachment at Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) was a life-shaping experience that deepened my understanding of the intricate relationship between conservation and community development. As a Bachelor of Science student in Community Development at Laikipia University, I was privileged to be part of an organization that not only protects natural ecosystems but also empowers…
Northern Kenya Conservation Clubs (NKCC) hosted the 17th Community Conservation Day in Partnership with Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) at Ewaso Comprehensive School under the theme “Conservation is Key to Survival.” The day brought together learners, teachers, conservation partners, and local community members in a vibrant celebration of environmental stewardship and youth engagement. The event…
LWF continues to support local community-based organizations (CBOs) and youth in raising awareness on environmental issues. With support from WWF through their Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program, LWF has inspired young people to speak out boldly for nature. Their voices, passionate, informed, and solution-oriented, have been captured and shared across social media platforms, sparking…
When you picture the Laikipia landscape, with its roaming wildlife and rivers weaving through forested hills, it’s easy to see what makes it unique. But beyond the soil and scenery, something even more powerful is quietly taking root in the minds of young learners. This past quarter, the Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) has been…
In the Arid and semi-arid lands of Laikipia, where seasons are often marked by thirst rather than rainfall, a silent revolution has been brewing, one that is changing how communities understand, engage with, and act on climate challenges. The just concluded Climate Democracy Accelerator (CDA) project, funded by People Powered, has not only equipped communities…