LUMO Community Wildlife Conservancy held its Special General Meeting (SGM) on August 2, 2025, providing an opportunity to reflect on the past year, engage in dialogue, and discuss priorities for the year ahead. During the meeting, the conservancy highlighted the…
Building Infrastructure for Safer Landscapes and Thriving Communities Earlier this year, in February, LUMO Conservancy began construction of its Security Operations Room, a major milestone in our ongoing mission to safeguard wildlife and support the communities that share the Tsavo…
LUMO Community Wildlife Conservancy reached a significant milestone with the official gazettement of its new Management Plan (2024–2029) as published in a gazette notice dated 21st February 2025. This formal recognition affirms LUMO’s long-standing role in conservation and provides a…
LUMO Conservancy, nestled in the heart of the Taita-Taveta County, was founded through the collaboration between three group ranches: Lualenyi, Mramba, and Oza. These ranches collectively set aside land for conservation, establishing LUMO as a community-owned and community-led wildlife conservation…
LUMO: A Model for Community-Driven Conservation in Kenya In the heart of Tsavo’s vast wilderness lies LUMO Community Wildlife Conservancy, a 48,000-acre expanse of protected rangelands. Once primarily used for grazing by the communities of Lualenyi, Mramba, and Oza, LUMO…
World Environment Day is a global platform for raising awareness and taking action on urgent environmental issues. This year, in celebration of this important day, the members of the Youth Forum at LUMO Conservancy gathered to learn about the impact…
Kenya, the cradle of humanity and a land teeming with diverse wildlife, beckons the adventurous traveler. But what if your African safari could be more than just a thrilling wildlife encounter? What if it could be a journey that actively…
In the face of escalating climate crises, communities around the world are stepping up to confront environmental challenges head-on. In Kenya, a remarkable example of this proactive stance recently unfolded in the lush landscapes of the LUMO Conservation area. Dr.…
When we think of conservation, we often envision large swathes of protected land, dedicated rangers patrolling for poachers, and substantial funding to keep the operation running. While these are indeed critical components of wildlife conservation, there’s a deeper, more holistic…
Just like a school acts as a hub of information, protected areas like LUMO serve a crucial role in eco-system rehabilitation. We function as sanctuaries, providing safe havens for threatened species and allowing natural processes to flourish. But our impact…
