The Kajiado County Government is disputing the Kenya Wildlife Service's (KWS) official account of 15 elephant deaths in the Amboseli ecosystem between June 24 and July 24, 2026, declaring it a One Health emergency and calling for an independent investigation.

• 15 elephants have been confirmed dead, though the county suggests the toll could be higher.
• Key organizations involved are the Kajiado County Government and the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS).
• The county government is concerned about wider implications for public health, livestock, biodiversity, and livelihoods, and has called for a multi-agency investigation into potential chemical contaminants beyond cyanide.