The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has begun a historic introduction of white rhinos to Loisaba Conservancy, making it the 12th sanctuary in the country to host them.

This bold initiative, led by the KWS team under the stewardship of Dr. Lekolool together with Loisaba Conservancy, will see a total of 10 rhinos translocated in a strategic effort to expand habitats and secure the future of the species.

The first group of four rhinos, comprising two males and two females, have already been successfully translocated from Meru National Park, with the remaining rhinos set to be sourced from Lewa Conservancy.

This delicate but significant process underscores KWS’s mission to safeguard Kenya’s wildlife heritage and its habitat for the well-being of nature and people.

By creating more space and diversifying their range, the relocation is expected to foster healthier breeding conditions and reduce risks associated with confined populations. Kenya has been a beacon of hope for rhino conservation, with the white rhino population showing remarkable recovery.

All these is part of implementing the KWS Strategic Plan (2024–2028), whose vision is to ensure thriving wildlife for all, and the White Rhino Conservation and Management Action Plan in Kenya,

As of 2024, the country proudly hosts 1,041 white rhinos, a figure that continues to grow thanks to strategic conservation measures such as this. The Loisaba introduction is more than a relocation; it is a milestone for conservation and a promise of a thriving future for one of Africa’s most iconic species.