Conservation groups demand independent probe into deaths of 15 Amboseli elephants

Conservation groups are demanding an independent investigation into the deaths of 15 elephants in Amboseli National Park, citing preliminary findings of cyanide poisoning as evidence of critical failures in Kenya's pesticide regulation.

KWS investigates deaths of 15 Amboseli elephants

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is investigating the deaths of 15 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem. Preliminary tests detected a possible toxic substance in samples collected from some of the deceased animals.

Kajiado leaders demand answers over deaths of 14 elephants in Amboseli National Park

​KWS to investigate mysterious deaths of 14 elephants in Amboseli National Park over two weeks