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Speaking on Citizen TV on Sunday, the governor said the county had gone to court over the land rates and obtained a ruling confirming its right to levy charges on parts of the land occupied by the company.
The President said the proposed handover was aimed at returning Amboseli to the people of Kajiado County, insisting that his administration would overcome the legal hurdles facing the plan
On Mau, the Head of State explained that the government had secured the forest through a title deed arrangement and issued title deeds to residents who had been living in the area
KWS said the deaths occurred between June 24 and July 24, with 10 of the elephants displaying the same symptoms before they died. The agency said the affected animals developed partial paralysis, leaving them unable to stand before dying within one to two days.
The Senate Public Accounts Committee made the decision after Kajiado Governor Joseph ole Lenku said KWS had not surrendered the management of the park as directed by President William Ruto.
Governor Lenku said residents wanted the transition completed without further delays and insisted the community would reclaim the park peacefully if the process continued to stall.
The decision restores direct access for flights into one of Kenya’s key tourism destinations after weeks of disruption.
Tourists and operators have been advised to use the nearby Tawi Airstrip, located about five kilometres from the Kimana Gate, as an alternative. This facility will allow continued entry into the park while the main airstrip remains closed.
Famous for his immense, ground-sweeping tusks and calm, dignified presence, Craig was widely admired as a living monument to Africa’s natural heritage and a symbol of what successful conservation can achieve.
Mudavadi said the government remains committed to sustainable conservation that puts communities at the centre.
The President said the decision follows extensive consultations involving both levels of government, conservation experts, and local leaders. He emphasized that it was guided by law, fairness, and respect for the country’s international obligations.
The park, famed for its sweeping landscapes and large elephant herds against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, has been at the centre of debate for years over how local residents could share in its tourism benefits.