Kenya is doubling down on wildlife conservation with a 250 million shilling ($1.86M) investment to launch its 2024 national wildlife census! 🦏 This ambitious project, announced by Patrick Omondi of the Wildlife Research and Training Institute, will track every aquatic and land-based species across the country by June 2025. 🌊🐘
\"This census isn’t just numbers—it’s about securing Kenya’s natural heritage for future generations,\" Omondi told reporters in Nairobi. The initiative builds on Kenya’s first nationwide wildlife count in 2021, which revealed critical insights into elephant and lion populations. 🔍📊
Why does this matter? With climate pressures and habitat loss threatening ecosystems, accurate data helps Kenya protect endangered species and boost eco-tourism—a key driver of the economy. 🌱💼 Plus, it’s a win for global biodiversity goals! 🏆
