The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has revealed the story of a woman who stayed with a cheetah for two years.

In a statement on October 23, KWS said the woman from Kursi village in Garissa county once rescued a cheetah cub and decided to raise it.

The woman was feeding, bathing, and even leashing the cheetah cub like a normal pet.

“In Kursi Village, Garissa County, a compassionate woman once rescued a stranded cheetah cub and lovingly raised it as her own for nearly two years – feeding, bathing, and even leashing it like a pet cat,” KWS said.

KWS learned of this extraordinary act of kindness through our Community & Wildlife Service Division.

KWS Rescues the Cheetah

However, KWS said keeping wildlife – even out of love – is against the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act (WCMA), which protects wild animals and ensures their well-being in their natural habitats.

Therefore, the cheetah was safely taken in by KWS officers and handed over to the veterinary team, who conducted a full health check to ensure it was in good condition, collected samples for laboratory testing, and administered treatment for parasite control.

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“Now under expert care at the Nairobi Safari Walk, the cheetah continues to thrive as part of our conservation and education efforts,” KWS said.

“We deeply appreciate the Good Samaritan’s compassion and remind all Kenyans that true coexistence means protecting wildlife where they belong – in the wild.”

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A photo of Kenya Wildlife Service Boss Prof. Erastus Kanga PHOTO/KWS website