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…
LWF has always received recognition for its impactful conservation education initiatives, extending its reach to schools and society within the greater Laikipia landscape. As we near the completion of the FAO GEF6-funded project, focusing on the management of the invasive species Opuntia stricta, it becomes evident that involving the next generation is paramount. Recognizing this,…
In a jubilant gathering at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge from January 23rd to January 25th, Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) joined hands with other stakeholders to commemorate the success of the restoration champions selected for funding through TerraFund for AFR100. This three-day event marked the beginning of a transformative journey towards reclaiming our environment, with 36…
Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) joined members of the National Environment Civil Society Alliance of Kenya (NECSA-K) in reviewing the Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) for the Draft Climate Change (Carbon Markets) Regulations, 2023 on 29th and 30th January 2024 in Athi River. The key stakeholders were those engaging in carbon projects and those involved in advocating…
Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) continued its commitment to community empowerment by organizing a beekeeping training for members of the Dupoto Beekeepers and Marketing Cooperative Society. Led by Piranto Ole Mosiany, the training aimed to equip participants with essential business management skills, enhance honey quality and compliance standards, and explore opportunities for value addition in bee…
In an effort to ensure that the board members are acquainted with the programs we are currently executing, we organized a field visit to one of the FAO project sites where LWF is supporting forest and landscape restoration through removal of invasive and reseeding in Maiyanat Community Land. FAO is dedicated to supporting interventions aimed…