Rhinos are still a critically endangered species but there is reason to be hopeful for their future. Thanks to tireless conservation efforts there are some positive figures that shine a beacon of light for the preservation of these majestic animals. Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is home to a flourishing population on both black and white rhinos. The population now stands at 252 rhinos in the Lewa-Borana Landscape, one of the highest rhino populations in Africa, representing a 38% growth in the last five years.

Thanks to Kenya Wildlife Services and charitable partners including Born Free, Meru’s rhino population continues to build from near extinction back in the 1980’s. The successful rehabilitation programme established in 2000 has resulted in a rhino population on over 100 today.

The success of these and many other conservation projects means that rhinos can be reintroduced to other regions to help the populations grow and thrive. Loisaba Conservancy will be shortly welcoming rhinos to roam again, almost 50 years to the date that the last rhino was seen. This initiative is hugely welcomed by the local community, particularly the elders who are keen that their grandchildren experience these magnificent creatures that they grow up with.