Kenya to host Global Conservation Tech and Drone Forum in March 2026
The summit seeks to showcase cutting-edge tools such as drones, satellite sensors, artificial intelligence, GIS and other data-driven innovations to monitor wildlife, prevent poaching, and restore ecosystems.
Kenya is set to take centre stage in global conservation innovation as it hosts the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026).
Scheduled to run from March 2 to 6, in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, and Konza Technopolis, the summit seeks to showcase cutting-edge tools such as drones, satellite sensors, artificial intelligence, GIS and other data-driven innovations to monitor wildlife, prevent poaching, and restore ecosystems.
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Themed “Technology in Service of Nature: Protecting Wildlife, Supporting People, Restoring Ecosystems,” the summit will convene conservationists, technologists, policymakers, researchers and youth from across Africa and the world to explore how technology and drones can advance conservation efforts.
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) will be the official conservation partner for the forum, leveraging its expertise in wildlife management to guide discussions and practical demonstrations.
Participants will have the chance to engage in live demonstrations, workshops and forums, sharing insights into scalable and ethical conservation solutions that benefit both nature and communities.
Notably, the event aligns with KWS’s 2024–2028 Strategic Plan, which emphasises sustainable, community-focused wildlife management.
Through the forum, Kenya will highlight its conservation achievements and foster collaboration with international experts to advance science-led and inclusive approaches to ecosystem protection.
Organisers say all data, session outputs, and project results will be openly shared to ensure global accessibility and impact.
“Modern conservation success depends not only on rangers and protected areas, but also on embracing technology, data and collaboration, locally and globally,” KWS noted in a statement.
By hosting GCTDF 2026, Kenya seeks to position itself as a hub for innovation in conservation technology while reinforcing its commitment to protecting biodiversity and strengthening the link between people and wildlife.
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