LWF Participates in TerraFund for AFR100 MRV Workshop

In April, LWF staff participated in a comprehensive Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) workshop organized by TerraFund for AFR100 at the Alps Hotel in Nakuru. The workshop aimed to deepen participants’ understanding of MRV, including various data collection methods and quality assurance processes. Attendees were trained on creating site and nursery profiles on TerraMatch and…

LWF Participates in PFMP Sensitization Forum

On June 13th, 2024, LWF participated in a PFMP (Participatory Forest Management Plan) sensitization forum organized by the Ilmamusi Community Forest Association (CFA) at Lokusero Secondary School. The forum aimed to deepen the community’s understanding of forest management and explore collaborative efforts to enhance sustainable practices. The event began with welcoming remarks emphasizing the importance…

LAIKIPIA TOURISM ASSOCIATION PARTICIPATES IN THE MT. KENYA REGION SUPPLIERS EXPO 2024

Laikipia boasts a vast range of wildlife, captivating landscapes and vibrant cultural heritage which are key attractions for tourists. This has led to significant development of hospitality and tourism establishments. Laikipia Tourism Association (LTA) is an alliance that links all the tourism providers to foster growth of Laikipia as tourist destination by advocating for all…

Empowering Educators for Environmental Stewardship

From April 11th to 13th, 2024, the Northern Kenya Conservation Clubs’ (NKCC) held a transformative workshop at the William Holden Foundation Education Center. The event attended by Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF), was a significant step towards promoting conservation education among schools in Northern Kenya. LWF, committed to the protection of natural resources, has been at…

Conservation Education Engagement with Three Rivers Academy

Conservation education is vital for future generations, equipping them with the knowledge to understand critical issues such as climate change, prolonged droughts, and floods in different parts of the country. Recognizing this need, Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF) has strengthened its engagement with Three Rivers Academy. We collaborated with The Laikipian to enlighten students through the…

World Environment Day 2024 at Embu University: A National Call to Action for Land Restoration

Laikipia Wildlife Forum joined the World in this year’s World Environment Day celebrations on June 5th, 2024, at Embu University. Under the theme “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience” and the slogan “United for Land, Our Future,” the event emphasized the urgent need for collaborative efforts to address environmental challenges. The event was graced by…

Strengthening Community Water Projects for Sustainable Water Management in Laikipia North

At the Laikipia Wildlife Forum (LWF), we believe in the power of collaboration to drive positive change in our communities. This is why we collaborated with the Water Resources Authority (WRA) to host a transformative training session aimed at bolstering the sustainability and efficiency of community water projects (CWPs) in Laikipia North. Held on the…

LWF’S COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABLE ECOSYSTEMS

The Mukogodo Landscape, and other adjacent ecosystems, are critical ecosystems that support diverse flora and fauna, including several endangered species. However, over the years, the landscape has experienced significant degradation due to deforestation, unsustainable land use practices, and climate change impacts. This degradation of our landscapes and forests poses significant challenges to both environmental sustainability and…

Reflecting on World Wetlands Day celebrations in Nyahururu

  In the serene setting of Manguo Wetland in Nyahururu, we proudly united with the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), the Laikipia County Government, and esteemed stakeholders to commemorate this year’s World Wetlands Day, with the theme  ‘Wetlands and Human Wellbeing.’ From town clean-ups in the Manguo area to engaging tree-planting initiatives and enlightening community…