WWF Kenya has announced Jackson Kiplagat as its new Chief Executive Officer, taking over from Mohamed Awer in January 2026. The announcement, made on December 8, 2025, coincided with the launch of WWF Kenya’s Annual Report, highlighting significant conservation achievements.

• Kenya's black rhino population grew by 5.5% to reach 1,059 rhinos, exceeding national targets.
• Jackson Kiplagat previously served as WWF Kenya’s Head of Conservation Programmes.
• WWF Kenya secured Ksh. 2.27 billion in funding, achieving 87.4% of its annual target.