Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

Even as drought tightens its grip on much of northern Kenya, a section of Lewa remains green and serves as a lifeline for wildlife. Watching this herd cross, with calves tucked safely beside their mothers, it is impossible not to feel hope. Nature always finds a way to endure.

Stories like Chelimo’s are possible because rangers have the training, equipment and support to do their jobs safely. This World Ranger Month, every gift through July 31 will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $30,000. Give today using the link below: bit.ly/4fiWwEC

From there, he became a rhino monitor. Today, he runs gate security, watching over every entrance to the conservancy. Along the way, Lewa gave him training and opportunities he never expected. Now, he’s building a future for his family too.

Over 20 years ago, Chelimo Pakusaa ran 30 kilometres through tough terrain to earn his ranger badge. The physical test was designed to find the very best. Chelimo was one of only 10 people to make the cut. Thread:

These misunderstood reptiles are ecological powerhouses. Snakes help control rodent populations, limiting the spread of diseases carried by rodents, while also inspiring life-saving medicines like Captopril. #WorldSnakeDay #Snake #Wildlife

@dogbreath363 Close...Grant's gazelle.

@LewaConservancy Thompson Gazelle?

Every language has its own name for this one, and probably a story attached to it too. What do you call this animal in your mother tongue? 📸 James Muriiki #Wildlife #MagicalKenya #Lewa

@unytkenya Thank you!

@LewaConservancy Swara? 🤭 Stunning photo, btw 🤌

The Lewa story began with Godot, a wandering black rhino rescued from Kitengela and translocated to safety at Lewa. Today, 293 rhinos roam freely across the Lewa-Borana landscape, and every calf born carries his remarkable legacy forward. 📸 Koy Clothing #Lewa #Kenya #Rhino

Every donation you make will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $30,000, until July 31. Your donation puts boots on the ground and paws on the trail. Please visit the link below to double your impact before the match window closes. bit.ly/3R9AFap 📸 James Muriiki

From quality boots for handlers and daily rations to veterinary care and specialist training, keeping a K9 team operational takes practical, ongoing support. This World Ranger Month, we invite you to support this incredible team of men and their best friends.

When a child goes missing or a security incident unfolds in the communities around Lewa, the K9 unit is often among the first to respond. Thread:

@BettSoiBwogoh Yes, exactly right! ✅ That's a cheetah, caught in some unfamiliar heights.

@LewaConservancy That's a cheetah, but in unfamiliar heights...they are the lanky properly spotted cousin...the leopard is of course built (jacked) for carrying prey up the safety of the trees and have rosettes rather than spots

Leopard or cheetah? It’s one of the most common mix-ups on safari, but once you know what to look for, you’ll never confuse them again. We want to hear from you! Drop your best tips on how to tell the difference below. 📸 Peter Allinson #Safari #AfricanSafari #Wildlife

2025 was a landmark year for #Lewa, and the results speak for themselves. From new international recognition to the return of species we hadn’t seen in years, this is what long-term impact actually looks like. Watch the recap below: bit.ly/4wt2IRa

July is World Ranger Month. To the rangers who give up so much so we can still see rhinos on this land: we see you, and we thank you. Happy #WorldRangerMonth! 📸James Muriiki #Rangers #WildlifeConservation #LewaWildlifeConservancy

They happen because rangers spent countless hours engaging with the 610 community members who share this land in conversations that stopped 112 human-wildlife conflicts before they became tragedies. The quieter half of the job: building trust, not just chasing poachers.

In 2025, Lewa rangers covered 83,369 square kilometres on foot patrol. The terrain is unforgiving, and the work often means missed birthdays, empty seats at dinner, and weeks away from the people they love. Yet they show up, day after day, to keep this land safe. (1/4)