Animal Welfare Monthly Highlights: June 2024Scoping Study Report of the Animal Welfare Nexus Resolution Submitted by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
In the Picture from Left to Right - Abdelkader Bensada (UNEP), Cedella Shikuku (ANAW), H.E. Ambassador Damptey Asare (The High Commissioner of Ghana to Kenya and Permanent Representative to UNEP and UN Habitat), Josphat Ngonyo (ANAW’s Executive Director and CSOFOR Representative) 
His Excellency Ambassador Damptey Asare received the Scoping Study Report from United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) on behalf of the Friends of the Resolution - Member States (FOR - MS) on July 9, 2024. The report was presented in hard copy at the Ghana’s High Commission Offices in Nairobi by the UNEP focal point, Abdelkader Bensada. This marked a great milestone in the process of the Animal Welfare, Environment and Sustainable Development Nexus Resolution as it provided a methodology on producing the final report as requested in the Operative Clause of the UNEA 5 Resolution. Copies of the Scoping Study Report were also presented to the Executive Director of Africa Network for Animal Welfare (ANAW), Josphat Ngonyo, for and on behalf of the Friends of the Resolution - Civil Society Organizations (FOR - CSO).
Snares Removed: Conservation Effort Continues
ANAW and KWS Teams after a De-snaring Activity in Nakuru County Plastic pollution alters the animal wilderness, their physiology and behavior to levels that are yet to be detected. Unintentionally, animals ingest the toxins causing short and long-term harm. Intentionally, plastic has been spun as a weapon to take life for human benefit. This was witnessed when the de-snaring and rescue teams found a crafted piece of plastic was used to modify ground snares in the month of June. This is a common occurrence in the operations of the teams. In collaboration with the Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS) team, Africa Network for Animal Welfare (ANAW) conducted a successful four-day de-snaring exercise from June 25 to 28, 2024 in Naivasha, Nakuru County The dedicated team scoped out Kedong’, Sanctuary Farm, Wileli Conservancy, Olemorogi, Oserian, Olsuswa, and KALRO farms. They recovered 74 snares (46 live snares and 28 dead snares). Additionally, a meeting was held with the Naivasha Conservation Education warden to plan a comprehensive schools and community outreach program for future de-snaring activities. 
One of the Team Members Holding Retrieved Snares Celebrating Conservation and Community at the Diani Sea Turtle FestivalThe Africa Network for Animal Welfare (ANAW) proudly joined forces with the Conservation Education Society (CES), Olive Ridley Project (ORP), Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS), and other dedicated turtle conservation stakeholders to celebrate the vibrant Diani Sea Turtle Festival at Safari Beach Hotel in Diani, Kenya. This annual event shines a spotlight on the plight of endangered sea turtles in the region and showcases the collective efforts to protect them. 
ANAW team at the Diani Sea Turtle Festival The festival featured a variety of exhibitors demonstrating their conservation initiatives, as well as engaging learning activities for children. Highlights of the event included captivating artifact galleries displaying art made from ocean litter, illustrating the creative ways in which waste can be repurposed to raise awareness. Participants included Diani Turtle Watch, Kibuyuni Seaweed, Kwale Recycling, Mama Lorenza Vocational Centre, Msambweni Turtle and Marine Conservation Group, Ocean Sole, Reefolution Foundation, Shimoni Turtle Watch, Tiwi Turtle Police Project, and the Olive Ridley Project. It was a day filled with inspiration, education, and a shared commitment to preserving the beautiful sea turtles of Diani. Open Wing Alliance: Promoting Poultry Welfare in Kajiado North
Dr Elynn Njeri (ANAW) Presenting at the Workshop The Africa Network for Animal Welfare (ANAW), in collaboration with the Kajiado North Sub-County Director of Veterinary Services, Dr. Koech Sammy, organized a successful two-day workshop on Poultry Behavior and Welfare Awareness in Kajiado County. This informative event, which targeted veterinary professionals and farmers, saw the participation of 15 veterinarians and 15 farmers. The workshop is part of ANAW’s ongoing efforts to advocate for cage-free chicken farming and promote humane treatment of hens in a cage-free housing system. Through this initiative, ANAW aims to educate and empower local veterinarians and farmers with the knowledge and skills necessary to improve poultry welfare practices in the region. The exercise highlighted the importance of understanding poultry behavior and the benefits of a cage-free environment, fostering a community committed to the well-being of farm animals. Rescues and Releases at Colobus Conservation
Photo of a Sykes monkey The month of June at the Colobus Conservation Trust saw 22 animal welfare cases addressed, involving six (6) Sykes monkeys, five (5) Vervet monkeys, seven (7) Baboons, and four (4) Colobus monkeys. The team worked tirelessly to ensure the health and safety of these animals. In addition to these cases, two (2) adult Vervet monkeys were successfully treated and released back into the wild, marking a significant achievement in the ongoing efforts to rehabilitate and protect local wildlife. Donkey Care Campaign in Migori County Excites the Donkey OwnersIn partnership with the Migori County Veterinary Department and with support from WTG, ANAW conducted a free donkey clinic campaign in the villages of Kehancha and Taranganya, Migori County. The campaign successfully attended to 117 donkeys, providing vaccinations against rabies, deworming, hoof trimming, wound management, and multivitamins to boost appetite. 
One of the Donkeys being Attended to in Kehancha This initiative also served as a platform for raising community awareness on proper donkey husbandry practices and the importance of upholding donkey welfare. One of the donkey owners in Taranganya could not hide her joy, “This is the first time I am seeing care given to my donkey. Donkeys are usually neglected here. I am very happy…” said, Doreen Chacha. 
The Team Preparing to Attend to Donkeys in Taranganya As part of an ongoing emergency project, the team held three (3) meetings with border patrol units in Olooitoktok and Magadi to assess donkey movement along the Kenya-Tanzania border. The consultative meetings highlighted the need to enhance donkey security and implement measures to prevent smuggling for bush slaughter purposes. Follow-up meetings are scheduled for early July to continue monitoring and addressing these issues. ANAW Acknowledged for Her Effort in Advancing Animal Welfare in AfricaANAW was recently recognized for her effort in advancing Animal Welfare in Africa and also her longstanding partnership with AU-IBAR.
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