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The formidable strength of Samburu women united in spirit & song
When the Milk Mamas recently visited the sanctuary, there was no shortage of joy as they witnessed Reteti’s elephants drink their goat milk. In keeping with Samburu tradition to celebrate special occasions in song, they honoured the moment with this beautiful performance.
The Year in Review: The Milk to Market Program
Join us as we look back on 2023 and relive the highlights of our Milk to Market Program.
The Year in Review: The Nomadic Healthcare Program
Join us as we look back on 2023 and relive the highlights of our Nomadic Healthcare Program.
The Year in Review: The Nomadic Education Program
Join us as we look back on 2023 and relive the highlights of our Nomadic Montesorri Program.
A remarkable transformation unfolds: rangeland management in action!
Who knew you could be dazzled by dung? Our Eco Rangers have been educating the community about the adverse effects of burning manure and the value that manure holds for rangeland rehabilitation.
Shaping the future by advocating for Indigenous voices on the international stage
Titus Letaapo, our Director of Community, recently attended the 2023 GEO conference as a panellist and speaker. His advocacy for the GEO Indigenous Alliance and the adoption of the UNDRIP showcases his commitment to preserving biodiversity through Indigenous wisdom and leadership.
Namunyak Conservancy to welcome 13 elephants who will be released from Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
We can hardly contain our joy – and pride! – when Namunyak Community Conservancy, our home, was chosen as the release site for 13 of Reteti Elephant Sanctuary’s orphans, who will return to their natural habitat soon.
Educational Tour to Maasai Mara Heightens Potential of Indigenous Stewardship in Namunyak
Namunyak’s leadership embarked on an educational, exposure tour to the Maasai Mara and its neighbouring conservancies. The trip aimed to strengthen the management capacity of the Namunyak team and develop learn from the success of conservancies in the Mara.
Leaping Towards Financial Freedom – Building on the Success of Samburu’s Beading Mamas
The recent training session equipped 26 Beading Mamas with essential skills in teamwork and financial management. This initiative by The Sarara Foundation marks a promising step forward in their journey towards self-reliance and community development.
Expecting moms get a glimpse of their babies for the first time
It's a beautiful moment an expecting mother gets to hear the heartbeat of her baby for the first time. We're so excited that sonograms are now part of our Nomadic Healthcare program!