Yesterday The Meru County Governor, H.E  Governor Kawira Mwangaza, presided over the official unveiling and commissioning ceremony of the 2.5km Mutunyi Community Elephant Fence in Buuri Sub-County.

This was Made possible through generous funding from the LEWA Safari Marathon, , the initiative marks a significant milestone in wildlife conservation efforts.

The construction of the fence underscores a collaborative effort between LEWA Wildlife Conservancy and the local community, aimed at mitigating human/wildlife conflict. With elephants often encroaching into human settlements, posing threats to lives and livelihoods, installation of the electric elephant fence serves as a crucial step towards fostering coexistence between humans and wildlife.

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In a significant event showcasing environmental commitment, County Secretary and Head of Public Service Dr. Kiambi Atheru, represented H.E. Governor Bishop Kawira Mwangaza during the inauguration of the Meru Bongo & Rhino Sanctuary.

The County Government of Meru boasts of spearheading initiatives aimed at biodiversity conservation and wildlife protection. The launch marked a crucial milestone in the County’s dedication to preserving its natural heritage and fostering sustainable practices.

Positioned as a crucial milestone, the sanctuary’s inauguration underscored the County’s proactive stance in preserving its ecological balance. This dedicated approach not only safeguards the diverse flora and fauna but also paves the way for sustainable practices that harmonize with the delicate ecosystem

1. In attendance were: CECM Education, Science, Culture and Arts, Yusuf Rutere, CECM Trade, Tourism and Cooperatives, Harriet Makena Kiambati, CECM Agriculture, Livestock Development and Fisheries, Dr. Faith Mwende, CECM Roads, Transport and Energy, Thuranira Ithana, CECM Health Services, Dr. George Gikunda Mungania, CECM Water, Irrigation, Environment and Climate Change, Jack Muthamia and CECM Youth Affairs, Sports, Gender and Social Development, Benjamin Mungania.

#WorldTourismDay2023 , themed #TourismandGreenInvestment , was celebrated today by the Directorate of Tourism at the Murithi mpuri cultural centre .

Attendees enjoyed a spectacle of the rich Ameru culture; Exploring origins, historic lifestyles, and governance systems with insights of Ameru heritage.

The Directorate of Tourism stressed on nurturing local tourism to subsequently sustain tourism practices in tandem with appreciating and preserving our cultural richness.

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