Projects

Baboon Project Kenya has partnered with NCBA Bank Group to implement the Green Schools Initiative, a nationwide tree-growing and environmental education program in public schools across Kenya.

The initiative aims to promote climate action and environmental sustainability by engaging students, teachers, and communities in tree planting, nurturing, and conservation education.

To date, we have successfully planted over 10,000 trees in 50 public schools in Nakuru County. Our long-term goal is to plant 10 million trees by the year 2030, helping restore degraded landscapes, improve local micro-climates, and raise a generation of environmentally responsible citizens.

We use the law to protect nature and defend public environmental rights. Our legal work focuses on stopping pollution, preventing ecosystem destruction, and ensuring that development complies with Kenya’s environmental laws.

Through public interest litigation and regulatory advocacy, we:

• Hold polluters and irresponsible developers accountable
• Defend protected ecosystems and community environmental rights
• Promote compliance with environmental and land-use laws
• Support sustainable, lawful development

Baboon Project Kenya has initiated a range of environmental conservation projects designed to reduce the impact of recurring droughts on wildlife and ecosystems, particularly in and around Lake Nakuru National Park and Menengai.

Our work focuses on improving sustainable access to water by:

• Drilling strategically located boreholes in wildlife areas and buffer zones
• Installing solar-powered water pumps to provide reliable, clean water without harming the environment
• Supporting park rangers with water access for patrol and conservation operations
• Establishing rainwater harvesting and storage systems to capture and store water during rainy seasons for use in dry periods

These interventions help prevent wildlife mortality during droughts, reduce human–wildlife conflict over scarce water resources, and strengthen ecosystem resilience in the face of climate change.

Baboon Project Kenya conducts scientific surveys and mapping of areas affected by invasive plant species, using modern data and technology tools such as GPS and GIS mapping.

This work allows us to:

• Identify and map invasive species hotspots
• Understand their spread and ecological impact
• Prioritize targeted removal and restoration efforts

We place special focus on invasive plant species within Lake Nakuru National Park, where they threaten native vegetation and reduce the availability of forage for herbivores such as giraffes, buffalo, and antelope.

This initiative is implemented in collaboration with:

• Local community volunteers from surrounding areas
• Kenya Wildlife Service and park wardens
• Environmental scientists and conservation partners

Together, we restore degraded habitats while building local ownership and conservation skills within communities.

Baboon Project Kenya applies nature-based solutions and promotes the value of ecosystem services to protect wildlife and natural habitats in and around Lake Nakuru National Park.

Our work includes:

• Organizing regular park clean-ups to remove plastic and other waste that threaten wildlife and water quality
• Conducting wildlife censuses and monitoring to track population trends and ecosystem health
• Monitoring the DC pulse of electric perimeter fences to ensure they are functioning properly and keeping wildlife safely within protected areas while minimizing human–wildlife conflict
  
  These actions help maintain healthy ecosystems, protect wildlife, and support effective park management.

Baboon Project Kenya offers an international volunteer program focused on wildlife conservation, reforestation, and community environmental education in and around Lake Nakuru National Park and Menengai.

The program is open to individuals aged 16 years and above who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and sustainable development. It is especially suitable for:

• Students on a gap year
• University students seeking internships or field experience
• Conservation and environmental studies students
• Individuals seeking a meaningful and responsible travel experience

Volunteers work alongside local communities, park wardens, and conservation professionals — gaining hands-on experience while making a positive impact on wildlife protection and community well-being.

By volunteering, participants contribute directly to the preservation of Kenya’s biodiversity while learning about conservation challenges, African ecosystems, and community-based conservation.