“It has been over a year since we began implementing measures to safeguard our community from the ever-evolving COVID-19 global pandemic. Lewa is seen as a leader in the broader community and has managed to utilise that standing to spread preventative outreach measures beyond our boundaries…” – Covid-19 update. Letter from Lewa CEO, Mike Watson.
“The future of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and the community conservancy movement in northern Kenya is threatened amidst this crisis. We have the knowledge, passion and determination to overcome this challenge, with your help.” – Letter from Mike Watson, CEO, on the impact of COVID-19 and Lewa’s response.
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COVID-19 in Kenya Update
As of July 28th, 285 Coronavirus-related deaths and 17,975 cases have been recorded in Kenya.* Domestic air travel resumed on July 15th under Kenyan Ministry of Health and Transport guidelines. International flights will resume August 1st.
Thanks to you, our dedicated supporters, Lifeline for Lewa is at 62% of our goal. A gift of any size can help Lewa continue the critical programmes prioritized during this crisis, described in more detail below.
Lewa’s security teams ensure that species like the critically endangered black rhino continue to be protected across more than 10 million acres in northern Kenya.
Lewa’s microcredit program currently supports 1,800 women whose small businesses are financial lifelines for their families.
Lewa-supported clinics offer medical care and health outreach so that even in remote areas, 50,000+ people can access health services.
Lewa’s sustainable agriculture program supports hundreds of farmers who rely on their crops for family sustenance and income.
Lewa’s commitment to 8,000+ students is long-term and aims to ensure that temporary setbacks from this crisis do not become permanent.
