SafariFind Journal
Safari stories & expert guides
Insider tips, destination guides and wildlife encounters to help you plan the perfect African safari.
Cheetah Conservation in Kenya 2026: Status, Threats & Programmes
Kenya hosts fewer than 1,400 cheetahs—among the world's last strongholds for the species—facing habitat loss, prey depletion, and human conflict. Leading programmes like Action for Cheetahs in Kenya and the Mara-Meru Cheetah Project combine science, community engagement, and ranger support to secure their survival.
Mountain Gorilla Conservation in Kenya 2026: Status & Success
Mountain gorillas in Kenya's Virunga region have rebounded from 620 individuals in 1998 to over 1,063 today, earning an IUCN downgrade from critically endangered to endangered in 2018. Decades of ranger protection, anti-poaching patrols, and cross-border collaboration continue to sustain this remarkable recovery—though habitat loss, poaching, and disease remain serious threats.
Protecting Kenya's National Parks 2026: Conservation Status & Strategy
Kenya's 23 national parks and 28 reserves protect 8% of the country's land and anchor a conservation model combining protected areas, community conservancies, and ranger-led anti-poaching. Despite ongoing threats from poaching, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict, integrated efforts by the Kenya Wildlife Service, NGOs, and local communities are delivering measurable wins—including doubled lion populations in Maasai Mara and expanded wildlife habitat beyond park boundaries.
Anti-Poaching in Botswana 2026: Strategy, Technology & Results
Botswana is a regional leader in wildlife crime prevention, but faces evolving threats from organized poaching gangs. A new forensic centre and national anti-poaching strategy (2025–2030) are strengthening law enforcement—though community engagement and intelligence coordination remain critical challenges.
