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…
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…
While poaching has long been recognized as a major threat to wildlife conservation, another insidious menace lurks in the background, often overlooked but equally devastating: climate change. The year 2022 brought this reality sharply into focus as prolonged seasons of…
In the realm of wildlife conservation, a transformative shift is taking place—one that places communities at the forefront of the effort. Community-led wildlife conservation is emerging as the ultimate model, offering a more cost-effective, impactful, and sustainable approach to preserving…
In a dynamic convergence of dedication and collaboration, representatives from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the Kenya Wildlife Conservancies Association embarked on a transformative visit to LUMO Conservancy. The ongoing BIOPAMA project unfolded its wings, orchestrating…
In a heartwarming ceremony held at LUMO Conservancy, a beacon of collaboration between Community & Wildlife Conservation and Soroi Lions Bluff Lodge, the community celebrated a significant stride towards education and wildlife conservation. This event marked the awarding of full…
In a defining moment for community-led conservation, LUMO Community Wildlife Conservancy recently convened its inaugural inception meeting with key stakeholders. The primary focus: the development of a holistic conservancy grazing plan. This marks a significant stride towards fostering sustainable land…
