Loima – September 23rd (Public Communication and Media Relations)

The County Government has launched investigations following reports that livestock had been attacked and killed by hyenas in Loima Sub-County.

Led by the Directorates of Natural Resources and Environment, the county team commenced a fact-finding mission at Lokwatubwa, where most cases had been reported, citing attacks on camels, donkeys, and goats.

“The purpose of this visit was to get a clear picture of the situation on the ground, listen to the concerns of affected families, and assess the extent of the damage caused by the hyenas,” said Director Phoebe Ekal during the visit.

Community members narrated how the predators have been breaking into kraals at night, killing multiple animals, and spreading fear among households.

“We are suffering,” said Lobuin Lorinyok, a pastoralist from Lokwatubwa. “Hyenas have become a daily threat. We are losing animals almost every night. We need help.”

Director Phoebe Ekal assured residents that their concerns are being taken seriously. She emphasized that the Directorate will work closely with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and other stakeholders to explore immediate and long-term solutions to mitigate human-wildlife conflict.

“We understand the impact this has on the community, and we are committed to working with partners to respond appropriately,” she added.
Speaking during the visit, Deputy Director for Natural Resources, Pauline Pusiye, called for calm as investigations and stakeholder engagements begin.

“We urge the community to remain patient as we coordinate with all relevant bodies to ensure the safety of both people and their livestock,” said Pusiye.

Also present during the visit was Paul Auren, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, who documented key findings to inform the department’s next steps.