President William Ruto, during the handover of Amboseli National Park to the Government of Kajiado County, has officially issued a presidential proclamation transferring the management of Amboseli National Park from the National Government to the County Government of Kajiado./PCSPresident William Ruto has officially issued a presidential proclamation transferring the management of Amboseli National Park from the National Government to the County Government of Kajiado.
The proclamation acknowledges the park’s historical ties to the Maasai community and affirms the move as part of addressing longstanding communal land claims and promoting intergenerational equity.
It recognises previous efforts to resolve the question of ownership and emphasises the importance of involving local communities in conservation and development.
The order takes effect following the signed framework between the Ministry of Tourism and the county.
The handover marks a significant milestone in devolution and cultural heritage preservation.
Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku has commended President William Ruto for handing over Amboseli National Park to the people of Kajiado, terming the move a historic act of justice and restoration.
Lenku said the decision by the President to transfer the park’s management from the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to the county government on behalf of the local community marks the end of a decades-long struggle for land rights and ownership.
President William Ruto during the handover of Amboseli National Park to the Government of Kajiado County /PCSAccording to the agreement contained in a Gazette Notice dated October 14, the park revenues will be progressively shared between the National Government and the County Government over a three-year transition period.
In the 2026/2027 financial year, both the County Government of Kajiado and the National Government will each receive 50 per cent of the revenues.
The share will then shift in 2027/2028, with the County Government taking 70 per cent and the National Government 30 per cent.
By the 2028/2029 financial year, Kajiado County will assume full control, receiving 100 per cent of the park’s revenues.
President William Ruto during the handover of Amboseli National Park to the Government of Kajiado County /PCS
President William Ruto during the handover of Amboseli National Park to the Government of Kajiado County /PCS
Handover of Amboseli National Park to the Government of Kajiado County on November 8, 2025/PCS
