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Originally published by Capital Newstop
May 12, 2026
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What to do if you encounter a hyena in a residential area

A hyena sighting in Syokimau near Nairobi has prompted safety advisories from KWS. Here’s how residents should react if they encounter a hyena in a residential area...
✨ Key Highlights
Authorities in Nairobi are urging residents in Syokimau and surrounding areas to be vigilant following reports of a hyena sighting near Mwananchi Road. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is responding to the situation.
- KWS has deployed teams to monitor the hyena's movements, believed to be passing through isolated bushland.
- Experts advise residents not to run or provoke the animal, but to calmly back away and provide a clear escape route.
- Key safety measures include keeping children and pets indoors, securing garbage, and reporting unusual or aggressive behavior to KWS at 0800 597 000.
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