Efforts to conserve Kibiri Forest in Vihiga County have received a major boost following the successful rollout of a comprehensive fencing project.
The initiative also includes reforestation measures aimed at curbing illegal encroachment and safeguarding the forest's rich biodiversity.
The initiative is being spearheaded by the Department of Environment, Water, Energy, Natural Resources and Climate Change in collaboration with Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), Rhino Ark Charitable Trust, the National Environment Trust Fund (NETFUND), M-Pesa Foundation, and the County Government of Kakamega.
According to Vihiga County Chief Officer for Environment, Dr Richard Boiyo, 25 kilometres of electric fencing have already been completed around the forest, with an additional 35 kilometres planned in the next phase. "This fencing is not just a barrier-it defines a protected space where ecosystems can regenerate without disruption.
