Overview
- Act: Wildlife Conservation and Management Act, 2013
- Formed: 2023
- CEO:
The Wildlife Conservation Trust Fund (WCTF), established under the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act of 2013, plays a vital role in wildlife conservation in Kenya. Its mandate includes funding conservation projects, conducting scientific research, and enhancing community engagement in wildlife management. The WCTF supports capacity building, develops sustainable financing mechanisms, and promotes public awareness on conservation issues. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders and monitoring the impact of initiatives, the fund aims to effectively address challenges in wildlife protection and ensure the sustainability of Kenya’s rich biodiversity.
Functions
- Funding Conservation Initiatives: The WCTF finances projects aimed at wildlife conservation, including habitat restoration and species protection.
- Research Support: It funds scientific research to enhance understanding of wildlife ecology and promote effective management strategies.
- Community Engagement: The fund supports community-based wildlife management initiatives, fostering local involvement in conservation efforts.
- Capacity Building: It provides training and resources to strengthen the capabilities of conservation practitioners and local communities.
- Policy Development: The WCTF contributes to the development of wildlife conservation policies by providing data and insights from funded projects.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: The fund supports monitoring programs to assess the impact of conservation efforts and adapt strategies accordingly.
- Collaborative Partnerships: It collaborates with various stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and local communities, to implement conservation projects.
- Public Awareness Campaigns: The fund promotes awareness about wildlife conservation issues, engaging the public to foster a conservation ethic.
- Emergency Response: The WCTF allocates resources for immediate response to wildlife crises, such as poaching incidents or habitat destruction.
- Sustainable Funding Mechanisms: It explores and establishes sustainable financing mechanisms to ensure the long-term viability of wildlife conservation initiatives.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P.O Box 41394-00100,Nairobi, Kenya
- NSSF Building, Block A, 21st Floor, Eastern Wing
- PR56+WR Nairobi
- pswildlife@tourism.go.ke
- +254-20-3926000