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January 8, 2026
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KWS Recaptures Stray Lionesses in Rongai

KWS Recaptures Stray Lionesses in Rongai

He noted that collars are only placed on prides of lions and herds of elephants due to cost constraints, with each collar costing between Ksh800,000 and Ksh1 million...

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The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) successfully recaptured two lionesses that strayed from Nairobi National Park into Rongai's Sholinke Market on Wednesday, January 7. They have since been reunited with their pride.

  • One lioness was collared, greatly aiding the tracking process with GPS and satellite technology.
  • KWS Lead Conservation Technology Officer Victor Matsanza highlighted the crucial role of local communities and advanced technology like the Earth Ranger system and drones in the rescue.
  • The high cost of tracking collars, between Ksh800,000 and Ksh1 million each, limits their widespread use on all animals.

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