Communities Protest Court Ruling, Demanding Their Future
Community members from Cherab and Biliqo conservancies in Isiolo County are protesting a recent court ruling that threatens their conservation efforts.
Community members from Cherab and Biliqo conservancies in Isiolo County are protesting a recent court ruling that threatens their conservation efforts.
Isiolo, Kenya — Today, a landmark ruling was delivered on the land dispute between the local community and the Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT). The court declared NRT’s “Community Conservancies” illegal. This decision marks a major victory for the people of Isiolo and will have wide-reaching implications. The court granted the community’s prayers. It found that…
The Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) has responded to allegations raised in Deutsche Welle’s (DW) documentary, How Big Tech’s Carbon Offsets Are Threatening Kenyans. The documentary accuses NRT and the Northern Kenya Rangelands Carbon Project (NKRCP) of unethical practices. These include land disputes, financial mismanagement, and human rights violations. It also highlights the 2017 death of…
The Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT), a cornerstone of Kenya’s conservation efforts, is in turmoil following the sudden resignation of Ian Craig, MBS, OBE, as Chief Partnerships, Growth & Innovation Officer. Craig’s departure, effective July 31, 2024, has ignited a firestorm of debate over governance and leadership within the organization. Known for “empowering marginalized communities across…
The Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) has launched the NRT Youth in Conservation Caucus, heralding a new era in inclusive conservation. Contextualizing the youth initiative within the broader framework of inclusive conservation efforts, the Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) continues its commitment to fostering diverse leadership by launching the NRT Youth Conservation Caucus. Following the successful implementation…