GREATER KAKAMEGA FOREST ECOSYSTEM · WESTERN KENYA
Healthy ecosystems. Healthy communities. Sustainable future.
Forest & Wildlife Conservation
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Protecting the Greater Kakamega Forest Ecosystem — Kenya’s only tropical rainforest.
Our forest conservation activities
The Greater Kakamega Forest Ecosystem is one of Kenya’s most important biodiversity landscapes. We support forest restoration, biodiversity protection, community engagement and sustainable resource management.
Tree Planting & Reforestation
Restoring degraded landscapes with appropriate native species.
Forest Adoption
Supporting protection and rehabilitation of designated forest areas.
Agroforestry
Integrating trees into farming systems.
Research & Monitoring
Forest health monitoring, biodiversity research and data collection.
Community-Based Management
Engaging communities in conservation decisions and implementation.
Environmental Education
Awareness about responsible forest use and conservation.
Safeguarding wildlife and habitats
Through strategic partnerships, research, habitat restoration, community engagement and environmental education.
Wildlife of Kakamega
Primates
Birds
Butterflies
Snakes
Bats
Indigenous Trees
The Magical Kakamega Forest Ecosystem
Kenya’s only tropical rainforest and an important remnant of the ancient Guineo-Congolian rainforest ecosystem.
Biodiversity
Discover unique plants and wildlife.
Bird Watching
One of Kenya’s important bird habitats.
Primates
Diverse monkey and primate species.
Butterflies & Insects
Remarkable insect diversity.
Rivers & Waterfalls
Scenic natural attractions.
Nature Trails
Guided nature walks.