Kingwal Community Conservancy
Summary
Kingwal Community Conservancy is a conservation initiative located in Nandi County, Kenya. It utilizes a community-based conservation model to protect local wildlife (Sitatunga antelopes) and habitats. The conservancy aims to balance environmental Conservation with sustainable community development.
Key Features
- Membership – 400
- Constituency – Chesumei/ Emgwen.
- Conservancy size in acreage 17.5 Square KM.
- Community-led wildlife conservation effort on amalgamated community Land.
- Focuses on protecting local ecosystems and species, Sitatunga antelopes, shy otters & Grey crested Cranes.
- Promotes sustainable use of natural resources to improve the livelihood of the community within Kingwal conservancy Swamp.
- Involves the local Community in conservation activities – animal protection.
- The Conservancy mandate is to create Sustainable economic benefits for the community through ecotourism & Partnership collaboration with stakeholder holders & Donors.
Expected Outcomes
The conservancy Specificaly works to protect the native wildlife species Sitatunga antelopes and their habitats while providing opportunities for local people to benefit from conservation efforts. This model encourages community ownership of natural resources and environmental stewardship.