Press Releases
Amboseli Elephant Deaths Expose a National Crisis in Pesticide Governance
Amboseli Elephant Deaths Expose a National Crisis in Pesticide Governance Nairobi, Kenya, 3rd August 2026 "The reported deaths of at least 15 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem are not simply a wildlife tragedy. They [...]
Dr. Paula Kahumbu Honoured as National Geographic Museum of Exploration Showcases Her Life’s Work in Washington, D.C.
Kenyan conservationist, National Geographic Explorer and 2021 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year, Dr. Paula Kahumbu, is in Washington, DC this week attending the National Geographic Explorers Festival 2026, where her photograph currently appears on the entrance doors of National Geographic headquarters as the organization opens its new Museum of Exploration.
Nairobi National Park is not up for Negotiation
WildlifeDirect has noted with deep concern the recent remarks made by Mr. Francis Atwoli, suggesting the potential repurposing or development of parts of Nairobi National Park. We deeply regret these comments and sincerely hope they do not reflect his true intentions.
WildlifeDirect Warriors, Kenya’s Groundbreaking Wildlife Series Returns on Akili Network
The celebrated African wildlife series formerly known as Wildlife Warriors is returning to TV under a new name: WildlifeDirect Warriors. The relaunch brings exciting news! The show will now air on Akili Network, Kenya’s free-to-air educational children’s channel, dramatically expanding access to millions of viewers across the country.
Captivating the Wild: Team Sayari “Nature Positive Kids Outreach” Program Inspires Children to Conserve Wildlife and the Environment
WildlifeDirect is proud to announce the launch of the first two episodes of the Team Sayari on National Geographic Africa's official YouTube Channel on the 26th of January to mark this year’s World Environmental Education Day. The episodes will be freely available on the platform and teacher support materials will be provided to integrate these episodes.
WildlifeDirect Rolls Out Team Sayari “Nature Positive Kids” Outreach Program
WildlifeDirect, a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Africa's wildlife, is pleased to announce the roll out of its new Nature Positive Kids Outreach Program which is an extension of the National Geographic’s Team Sayari educational entertainment Program. Team Sayari, a collaboration between the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), The Walt Disney Company Africa and Wildlife Direct, saw a 20-part television series being aired across Africa on National Geographic Wild and Disney Channel.
Team Sayari to Premiere across Africa on 24 September 2022
The highly anticipated National Geographic Kids programme, Team Sayari, will air each Saturday on National Geographic Wild (DStv 182, Starsat 221) at 13:00 (CAT) from 24 September 2022.
Team Sayari revealed as title for National Geographic Kids Africa Programme
Following field production commencing earlier this year, as well as the announcement of the local hosts, The Walt Disney Company Africa, together with its project partners, National Geographic, the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and WildlifeDirect have today revealed both the title and the set of the highly anticipated National Geographic Kids programme.
Production Commences On National Geographic Kids Africa Educational Entertainment Series
In the lead up to Earth Day 2022, The Walt Disney Company, Wildlife Direct, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the U.S. Department of State have announced that production has commenced on the National Geographic Kids Africa educational entertainment series.
WildlifeDirect yesterday launched Season two of the Wildlife Warriors television series
WildlifeDirect yesterday launched Season two of the Wildlife Warriors television series at the Karen Blixen Coffee Gardens. The 13 part series will premiere on Kenyan television screens via Citizen TV starting this Sunday 6th February 2022 at 5.30 p.m. EAT. Season two of Wildlife Warriors is featuring more than 20 heroines and heroes.
Joint Statement on the Proposed Amendment to Kenya’s Forest Law by the Conservation Sector
We, the undersigned leading public and private organizations concerned with the conservation and management of forests in Kenya, are alarmed by a decision by the Parliamentary Procedures and House Rules Committee to initiate a move to amend section 34 of the Forest Conservation and Management Act (2016).
WildlifeDirect Joins Dozens of Environmental Experts and Professionals in Calling for MP’s to Reject Proposed Amendment to the Forest Act, 2018
WildlifeDirect is calling on the Members of Parliament and all citizens to say NO to a Bill mooted by the MP for Langata, Mr. Nixon Korir, that proposes to repeal section 34 (2A) of the Forestry Act 2018 that was inserted through the Statute Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act, 2018. The Bill is set for debate in Parliament on 25th January 2022.