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PEOPLE BENEFITING

Connecting People, Nature & Economy

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At WWF-Kenya, we recognise that thriving communities and a sustainable economy are only possible with a healthy environment.
WHY DOES IT MATTER?
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Across Kenya, Indigenous Peoples and communities depend on their deep connection to their land, forests, rivers and the wildlife economy for their livelihoods. Despite their vital role in conserving these natural resources, many communities are yet to fully enjoy the benefits—whether through financial stability, access rights, safety, health, food security, green jobs, or overall well-being. Together we can change this by promoting inclusive governance in the management of natural resources, ensuring that those who protect nature also share in its rewards.
​Take Action to Prevent Human-Wildlife Conflict
 In Kenya, over 60% of wildlife live outside Protected Areas,  in community and privately-owned lands, where human-wildlife conflict cases are the highest. The conflict threatens the very existence of humanity and Kenya's endangered wildife. Communities that interact with wild animals in their lands bear the greatest brunt. To prevent the loss of lives, property and extinction of wildlife, seeking the 'wildness' that separates wildlife and people is not a realistic solution. Together, let's increase investments to scale up working solutions to prevent human-wildlife conflict. No one solution fits all.  They are layered,  multifaceted, and interconnected just like a web. We are all part of the solution, because we are all connected.