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Ant Smuggling in Kenya: A Serious Wildlife Crime

Patricia Waigwa March 12, 2026

Wildlife trafficking in Kenya extends beyond large animals to lesser-known species. Authorities now warn that smuggling insects also violates national wildlife laws. For example, traffickers increasingly target the Giant African Harvester Ant. This species, scientifically known as Messor

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KWS Safely Recaptures Two Lionesses in Rongai

Patricia Waigwa January 8, 2026

Lionesses Wander into Human SettlementThe Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) confirmed that two lionesses strayed from Nairobi National Park into Sholinke Market, Rongai, on January 7. Moreover, the animals wandered into human settlement areas, sparking concern among residents. Consequently, KWS rangers, veterinary teams, and Rongai community members launched a coordinated

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Meru Guide Missing on Mount Kenya, Family in Agony

Patricia Waigwa January 8, 2026

Disappearance of Samwel MachariaA family in Katheri Village, Meru County, remains distressed. Moreover, veteran mountain guide Samwel Macharia vanished nearly two weeks ago on Mount Kenya. Expedition via Sirimon RouteMacharia, aged 35, disappeared while guiding two Japanese tourists. Additionally, he was working as a porter alongside his brother during the climb. Mystery

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KWS Issues Alert as Two Lionesses Roam Rongai

Patricia Waigwa January 7, 2026

Residents Advised to Remain VigilantKenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has urged Ongata Rongai residents to remain on high alert. Moreover, two lionesses escaped Nairobi National Park on January 7, sparking safety concerns. Lions Sighted Near SholinkeThe lionesses were last seen at Sholinke Trading Centre, approximately 8km from the park. Additionally, Sholinke lies barely 9km

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Kenya Wildlife Service Confirms Death of Super Tusker Craig

Patricia Waigwa January 3, 2026

Craig Passes Away in Amboseli Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) suffered a major blow on January 3, 2026. Moreover, Craig, one of Africa’s last super tuskers, died peacefully at 54 in Amboseli National Park. Rare Super Tusker Lineage Craig was born in January 1972 to Cassandra, matriarch of the CB elephant family. Additionally, he belonged to […]