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Conservation, community empowerment, and the future of environmental stewardship, while celebrating conservation partners in Kenya.

The Western Wildlife Conservancies Association (WWCA) had the privilege of participating in an insightful dinner meeting hosted by The Nature Conservancy (TNC). This event provided a platform for meaningful discussions around conservation, community empowerment, and the future of environmental stewardship, while celebrating conservation partners in Kenya. We are profoundly grateful for the support awarded to […]

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Strengthening Wildlife Conservation in Western Kenya: Key Government Meeting with Conservancies

Earlier Yesterday, a significant meeting was held between the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife, led by Cabinet Secretary Hon. Rebecca Miano and Principal Secretary for Wildlife Silvia Museiya, CBS , alongside key representatives of the Kenya Wildlife Conservancies Association (KWCA). The meeting brought together CEOs and representatives from various Landscape Conservancy Associations across the country, […]

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Capacity-building workshop

Capacity building is the cornerstone of any organization’s long-term success. It enhances the skills, knowledge, and abilities of teams, enabling them to meet goals more effectively and sustain impact over time. At the Western Wildlife Conservancies Association (WWCA), we recognize that our ability to protect wildlife and ensure sustainable conservation efforts is deeply rooted in […]

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Empowering Western Kenya’s Conservation Future at the SWEP Co-Creation Workshop

We’re excited to announce that the Western Wildlife Conservancies Association (WWCA) is participating in the Sustainable Wildlife Economy Pathways (SWEP) Co-Creation Workshop, taking place on August 27-28, 2024, at Zebu Lodge, Narok. This workshop, focusing on “Enabling a Sustainable Wildlife Economy in Kenya’s Rangelands,” is a significant opportunity for us to collaborate with like-minded organizations […]

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Western Wildlife Conservancies Association Opens New Headquarters in Kakamega: A Boost for Conservation Efforts

Kakamega, Kenya – In a groundbreaking move for conservation efforts in Kenya, the Western Wildlife Conservancies Association (WWCA) has inaugurated its new headquarters in Kakamega. This initiative is backed by substantial funding from The Nature Conservancy and in strategic partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Conservancies Association (KWCA). The establishment of the WWCA headquarters in Kakamega, […]

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The Genesis of Conservation in Western Kenya: The Friends Church, the Lord’s Acre Project, and the Birth of the Kenya Wildlife Service

The story of conservation in Kenya is a rich tapestry woven from various threads of history, culture, and faith. Among these, the contributions of the Friends Church (Quakers) and their early initiatives in Western Kenya stand out as pivotal. These efforts, which began in the early 20th century with the establishment of mission centers in […]