Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is a leading Kenyan conservation initiative located at the foothills of Mount Kenya. It protects endangered species such as black rhinos and Grevy’s zebras through strict anti-poaching measures, effective habitat management, and strong community involvement. Lewa has become a model for private conservation by combining wildlife protection with community development, empowering local people through education, healthcare, water projects, and women’s micro-enterprise programs. This approach has created a sustainable framework where people and wildlife coexist harmoniously.
The conservancy is home to a wide variety of wildlife and offers excellent viewing opportunities, while its conservation efforts have led to the successful recovery of viable black rhino populations. In addition, Lewa invests heavily in anti-poaching operations, scientific research, and the maintenance of wildlife corridors that connect it to the wider ecosystem. Despite challenges such as poaching threats, human-wildlife conflict, land pressure, and the need for sustainable funding, Lewa remains a powerful example of how linking conservation with community well-being can safeguard both wildlife and people for the future.
