The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has assured residents of Syokimau and surrounding areas that response operations are underway following reports of a hyena sighting on Sunday, May 10, 2026, along Mwananchi Road off Eastport Drive.

KWS said although the Problem Animal Control team responded to the reports, they did not directly sight the animal, but fresh footprints confirmed its recent movement in the area.

Surveillance and monitoring have since been stepped up, with preliminary indications suggesting the hyena is moving through bushy isolated land behind JKIA towards Katani.

KWS assured the public there is no cause for panic.

They however urged residents to remain vigilant, avoid approaching or provoking the animal, keep children under close supervision, and report any wildlife sightings to the nearest KWS station or local authorities immediately.