elephants Stories

Kenya launches second phase of National Wildlife Census in Northern Region
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 20, 2024

The institute stated that the landscape is vital as it hosts the second-largest population of elephants after the Tsavo ecosystem and supports the cou...

Alarm as wildlife populations decline by 73 per cent due to climate change
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 11, 2024

In the period under review, freshwater populations suffered the heaviest declines, falling by 85 per cent.

Two herders injured in elephant attack in Garissa, residents appeal for KWS intervention
Issa Hussein  |  Sep 24, 2024

KWS official urged herders to avoid provoking or approaching the elephants to prevent further injuries or fatalities.

Two men charged with illegal possession of ivory worth Sh6.2 million in Tana River
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 19, 2024

The accused were released on a cash bail of Sh500,000 each or an alternative bond of Sh2 million each. The case is set for mention on October 2, 2024.

Zimbabwe to cull 200 elephants to feed people left hungry by drought
Reuters  |  Sep 17, 2024

The elephant meat would be distributed to communities in Zimbabwe affected by the drought.

One suspect arrested after seizure of 84kgs of Ivory in Kibwezi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 20, 2024

During the operation, three other individuals, who were with the suspect, managed to escape, leaving behind the seized ivory.

Construction of electric fence begins, to combat human-wildlife conflict in Kwale
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 13, 2024

The electric fence is expected to act as a critical barrier against these wildlife attacks, providing more protection and security for local populatio...

Kenyan conservationists urge Tanzania to restrict trophy hunting to protect elephants
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 10, 2024

The killing of the three elephants, including one with tusks weighing 50 kg each, has raised concerns about the impact of trophy hunting on Kenya's el...

Governor Lenku calls for action against elephant trophy hunting along Kenya-Tanzania border
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 30, 2024

The governor emphasized that the free movement of elephants across borders highlights the need for collective action in preserving biodiversity and en...

Kilifi man jailed 5 years for possession of 40kg wildlife trophies
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 27, 2024

The court, however, acquitted him for the second count of dealing in wildlife trophies of endangered species.

AFCON 2023: Cote d'Ivoire's fae eyes quarterfinals after Senegal upset
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 30, 2024

Ivory Coast Interim Coach Emerse Fae has urged his team to stay grounded and focus on the quaterfinals after upsetting favourites Senegal in the last...

Mystery of tuskless male African elephant in Samburu leaves scientists puzzled
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 25, 2023

The discovery of a tuskless male African elephant in northern Kenya challenges genetic norms.

Google doodle celebrates Ahmed the elephant's legacy
Abdimalik Hajir  |  Dec 06, 2023

In a heartwarming tribute to wildlife conservation, Google marked a special day by dedicating its doodle to Ahmed, the iconic elephant who captured th...

Rare occurrence: Twin elephants born at Samburu National Reserve
Patel Okumu  |  Nov 24, 2023

In a rare and extraordinary event, the Samburu National Reserve welcomed the birth of twin elephants this week, marking the second time such a phenome...

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