KWS Provides Update On Lionesses That Strayed From Nairobi National Park

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has successfully managed the situation involving two lionesses that strayed outside Nairobi National Park, assuring the public that the animals have been safely guided back into the park.

According to KWS, the lionesses were tracked using the EarthRanger monitoring system and relocated by patrol teams during the night.

“The situation is fully under control, and the public may safely go on with their normal activities,” the agency stated in an update yesterday, Wednesday, January 7, 2025.

The sighting had initially caused concern among local communities when the lionesses were reported in the Sholinke Trading Area, approximately 8.3 kilometers from the park boundary.

KWS provided the precise location as coordinates 37 M 261961 UTM 9834651, confirming the proximity of the predators to residential areas.

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Coordinated Efforts Ensure Safety

KWS emphasized that members of the public played a critical role in resolving the incident.

“We thank members of the public for their calmness, cooperation, and timely reporting, which greatly supported the safe resolution of this incident and ensured the protection of both people and wildlife,” the agency noted.

Rangers and veterinary teams were dispatched to the area to safely dart, capture, and relocate the lionesses, prioritizing public safety throughout the operation.

Authorities had also urged residents to avoid the area, keep children indoors, and report any further sightings via the KWS toll-free lines.

“This outcome highlights that conservation is a shared responsibility,” KWS added.

“Through collaboration between KWS, partners, stakeholders, and local communities, we continue to protect our wildlife and coexist safely with nature.”

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Public Advisory and Awareness

KWS continues to advise the public to “remain vigilant and follow wildlife safety protocols,” especially in communities bordering the park.

The service noted that, “such incidents, though rare, demonstrate the importance of early reporting and coordinated responses to ensure human-wildlife coexistence.”

The agency remains active in monitoring Nairobi National Park’s wildlife population and managing any future incidents with precision and care.

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