The Ewaso Nyiro River dried up completely in February here in Samburu. Some stretches near Westgate still had a few pools of water but by the end of February, these were totally dry. We saw elephants
The First Rains Arrive and Break the Dry Spell in Samburu
We just had three incredibly challenging days in the field. Our team of warriors (Marco, Yesalai, Lesiamito, Lekoyo and Letoiye) and I were heading back to camp, exhausted, grubby, and overwhelmed.
Digging Water Holes for Wildlife and People During The Drought
The Ewaso Nyiro river is one of the only permanent sources of freshwater in the region. It acts as a vital lifeline both for wildlife and the local people and their livestock. Yet, with no significant
How Ewaso Lions Adapts to Climate Change
This article was originally posted on ClimatePrep By Alison Clausen, as told by Shivani Bhalla, Ewaso Lions Ewaso Lions was established in 2007 with the aim of conserving Kenya’s lions and other
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Samburu Faces Another Drought
Samburu has been hit yet again by another prolonged dry period. The area was devastated in 2009 with a very severe drought which killed many animals; both livestock and wildlife. People really
Massive Flood Devastates Samburu
Samburu has been hit by a massive flood which has destroyed six lodges and the Save The Elephants research camp. The wreckage is unbelievable. There have been no reports of casualties and the Ewaso
Changes In Samburu
Samburu is transforming! Every day the landscape changes colour. Trees are the greenest they have been this whole year and its amazing to watch the animals come alive. All the animals seem more
Rains Arrive In Samburu!
The rains are finally here!!! This is the worst drought that most people can remember. Livestock and wildlife have died in large numbers over the past few months and the river remained dry for most of
When will it rain? The drought persists in Samburu…
The drought is continuing. This has been the worst drought that most people can remember. I have been in Samburu for 7 years and I’ve never seen it this bad. People working and living here for more
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