Security for Wildlife & People
Historically, northern Kenya was a volatile area with frequent incidents of insecurity, aggravated by the area’s close proximity to the countries of Somalia and Ethiopia. In the last decade, action taken by the Kenya government and local communities has led to a significant reduction in security problems. However, wildlife has not been so fortunate. In some areas poachers continue to threaten remaining wildlife populations. Establishment of security within these areas is therefore integral to the overall protection of wildlife in northern Kenya.
One of the first steps taken by a Community Conservancy is to institute its security operations; this provides stability to wildlife, residents and visitors to the area. Without it, other activities related to conservation and community development cannot effectively operate. An integrated security network operates across the Trust Area with robust radio communications and professionally trained staff. Conservancy security teams are networked and closely linked to the Kenya Wildlife Service and Kenya Police. Additional support in the form of aerial back-up, tracker dogs and armed security is available from the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy as required.
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