Ranger saves emaciated wildlife in Kajiado as drought bites

Zebras, wildebeest and giraffes are visiting homes for water where they risk being killed.

In Summary
  • Duncan ole Masoon, a tourism and conservation expert, is traversing the Kaputie North ward along Kapiti plains.
  • He is educating the Maasai against killing the game.
Duncan ole Masoon helps a gnu to its feet in the Kapiti Plains on Friday.
Duncan ole Masoon helps a gnu to its feet in the Kapiti Plains on Friday.
Image: KURGAT MARINDANY.

As wild animals continue feeling the effects of prolonged drought, a lone ranger in Kajiado is moving around with water to save emaciated game.

Duncan ole Masoon, a tourism and conservation expert, is traversing the Kaputie North ward along Kapiti plains.

He is educating the Maasai against killing the game.

“The emaciated wildebeest, zebra and giraffe are moving near homes in search of water and our people may take the opportunity to kill them for food,” Masoon said.

“I am striving to monitor and create awareness among the Maasai and other residents about how to conserve these animals for future generations in light of the prolonged drought.” Masoon said.

He holds a bachelor's degree in tourism management and is researching conservation and tourism opportunities around Kajiado.

Duncan Masoon helping an emaciated gnu in the Kapiti Plains, Kajiado county, on Friday.
Duncan Masoon helping an emaciated gnu in the Kapiti Plains, Kajiado county, on Friday.
Image: KURGAT MARINDANY.
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