Why Kenya needs to back conservation with security

Kenya's rich biodiversity, from its savannahs to its coastal mangrove ecosystems, positions it as a global conservation hotspot. Over the years, the country has made notable strides in protecting its environment and restoring degraded ecosystems.

However, a challenge often overlooked in these efforts is the role of national security. For conservation and restoration projects to succeed, especially in regions along Kenya's coast, there needs to be more muscular coordination between the country's environmental and security forces.