The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) received a donation of five Land Cruisers from WildLandscapes International and Re:wild through the support of Tsavo Trust in a significant boost to the fight against poaching and protection of endangered species.
The vehicles will strengthen ranger patrols, enhance mobility across rugged terrains, and improve intelligence-led conservation operations, officials said.
Speaking during the official handover at KWS Headquarters, the Chairman of the KWS Board of Trustees, Lt. General (Rtd) Walter Raria Koipaton said the donation was a symbol of shared responsibility in protecting Kenya’s natural heritage.
“This launch symboli z es what is possible when partnerships are anchored on trust, shared values, and colle ctive responsibility,” said Koipaton.
“Kenya’s wildlife heritage is a national treasure and a global asset, and its protection requires joint effort by governments, conservation organizations, communities, and individuals.”
KWS Director General, Prof. Erustus Kanga, welcomed the support, noting that it comes at a time when the service is transforming its operational capacity.
“When I first took office, one of our biggest challenges was the acute shortage of operational vehicles — rangers often had to patrol vast areas on foot,” said Prof. Kanga.
“Two years down the line, however, we have turned a corner.
Through internally generated revenue and the support of partners, we have acquired over 90 brand-new Land Cruisers. Slowly but surely, we are building a str onger, more mobile KWS — one that can meet the demands of modern