Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy, abbreviated to MKWC is a non-profit trust dedicated to preserving the environment and the wildlife within.
| Abbreviation | MKWC |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2004 |
| Type | Nonprofit Trust |
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| Website | https://mountkenyawildlifeconservancy.org/ |
The Conservancy is located in Nanyuki, a UN World Heritage Site, and an important and rich biodiverse area. It is home to 28 different animal species, with a population of roughly 1,200 different animals.[1]
The Conservancy's three main programmes include a breeding and rewilding project for the critically endangered Mountain Bongo antelope, an animal orphanage, and a conservation education programme.
As poaching increased in the 1950s and 60s, a reserve was setup to protect orphaned animals, which today has evolved into MKWC.[2] It has become essential in the fight to protect and increase the numbers of wild Mountain Bongo, a critically endangered species;[3] Working with the Kenya Government Kenya Wildlife Service National Mountain Bongo Recovery and Action Plan 2019 – 2023.
Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy is a member of IUCN International Union for Conservation of Nature – one of only 13 Kenyan conservancies to be granted this status.
Many other animals are also located at the conservancy which allows for the reintroduction of animals.[4] In November 2023, giraffes were reintroduced to Mount Kenya for the first time in 40 years.[5]
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References edit
- ^ Digital (2023-12-05). "Kenya Space Agency, Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy collaborate to intensify wildlife conservation efforts". Kenya Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ Nsehe, Mfonobong. "Meet Humphrey Kariuki, The Kenyan Multi-Millionaire Preserving Endangered Animal Species". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ Muiruri, Peter (2022-03-15). "Hope for Kenya's mountain bongos as five released into sanctuary". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ "5 More Critically Endangered Mountain Bongos Released Into The Wild In Kenya's Successful Bongo Breeding And Rewilding Programme". www.africa.com. 2022-12-03. Retrieved 2024-02-16.
- ^ Digital (2023-11-07). "Giraffes reintroduced to Mount Kenya conservancy after 40 years". Kenya Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 2024-02-16.