The month of August saw ANAW’s de-snaring team continue with routine patrol of Kenya’s wildlife habitation in our project areas, with our partners; Projects Abroad, Serena Lodge, Soysambu Conservancy and Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). A three-day de-snaring expedition (August 28-30, 2019) in Soysambu Conservancy covering 14 areas in the Conservancy was conducted. The aim of the patrol was to remove snares, rescue trapped animals, report injured animals to KWS as well as identify any illegal activities within the conservancy. The teams collected and recorded field data accordingly.

The foot patrol teams realized the lifting of 16 snares; seven live and nine dead snares. Two zebras were rescued during the activity. ANAW has noted a general decline of snaring activities in the conservancy due to the consisted and concerted efforts with partners..

ANAW’s de-snaring project seeks to safeguard animals’ welfare through removal of snares, rescue, rehabilitation and to ignite interest in conservation and animal welfare within communities through education, awareness and involvement.