23 Hikers embark on Mount Kenya Expedition to Raise Sh1 Million for Bongo Conservation

The hikers began their trek at the Naru Moru Gate, one of the main entry points to Mount Kenya National Park. Their goal is to raise KES 1 million to support the Mount Kenya Bongo Conservation Sanctuary. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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A group of 23 hikers has undertaken a three-day expedition up Mount Kenya to raise awareness and KSh1 million for the conservation of the endangered Mountain Bongo. Starting at the Naru Moru Gate, their efforts aim to support the Mount Kenya Bongo Conservation Sanctuary.

The goal is to raise KSh1 million for the Mount Kenya Bongo Conservation Sanctuary.
Lead hiker Rachel Gathoni from Kenya Pipeline Company stated that there are fewer than 100 Mountain Bongos left in the wild.
Lead researcher Dr. Albert Aloho from the Mount Kenya Conservancy highlighted poaching and disease as major threats, and aims to increase the Bongo population from under 100 to at least 750 individuals.

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