Kenya gains 1 000+ wildlife rangers

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) recently held a passing-out parade for 1 274 ranger recruits at the KWS Law Enforcement Academy in Manyani. This is the largest recruitment cohort in a decade including the highest number of female recruits in the 35-year history of KWS.

Erustus Kanga, KWS Director General, noted: “Among them are our youngest recruits, just 18 years old, who, with God’s blessing, will serve wildlife conservation for the next 42 years, highlighting how KWS is positioned on a sustainability platform.”

Speaking at the passing-out parade, William Ruto, President of Kenya, lauded KWS for its significant achievements in conservation, service digitisation and strides towards financial sustainability. Ruto highlighted…