poachers Stories

The operation, hailed as a significant victory in the fight against illegal wildlife trade unfolded at Rodi Market in Homa Bay County.

Elders and youth from the community intercepted 14 donkey-pulled carts carrying 200 sacks of charcoal, destined for the camps.

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.

To colonisers, Africa has been a “wild and uncontrollable environment”, home to species that can be admired (or shot) from afar.