Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) is a Government parastatal with the legal mandate to coordinate and undertake
#wildlife
research and training.
@peninah_malonza
and
@OmondiPomondi
and other guests during the launch of The National Wildlife Research Agenda (2023-2027) at Wildlife Research and Training Institute.
In an exclusive video interview, our distinguished guests unite to extend a heartfelt invitation to the upcoming 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference 2023 by Wildlife Research & Training Institute (WRTI)
The
@WRTI
research team earlier today while evaluating the ecological impact of wild fire at the Aberdare National Park. To access the moorland within Aberdare National Park the team had to walk for six hours to assess the extent of fire damage to ecological processes.
A female elephant waking up after being fitted with a collar at Amboseli National Park.
Collaring aids in tracking the migratory corridors for elephant, identifying their behaviors, deter poaching and help anticipate and mitigate human-wildlife conflict.
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
Do you have a well-researched scientific paper on discoveries, innovation, technologies and applications in wildlife conservation and sustainable utilisation?
We are looking for you!
Register for the Wildlife Scientific Conference on our website .
WRTI is currently conducting a lion survey in the Tsavo ecosystem using a Bayesian Spatially Explicit Capture-Recapture (SECR) method. The main objectives of the exercise are to estimate the number of lions over the age of one year in Tsavo as well as estimate the occupancy...
Do you know how elephants are named?
Working closely with
@kwskenya
and
@WRTIKenya
, Dr. Cynthia Moss, Founder of Amboseli Trust for Elephants, has been studying elephants in Amboseli since 1972. Here is an insight on how these magnificent creatures are named
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
Earlier today,
@WRTIKenya
CEO
@OmondiPomondi
informed conservation partners on the process of establishing a national wildlife database at WRTI Hqs to inform management and policy
during the Kenya Wildlife Conservation Partners Breakfast meeting hosted by
@PSMuseiya
Ever wondered why Rhinos are ear notched?
Rhino ear notches enable researchers to correctly identify different individuals as the species often lacks unique marks or patterns.
CS Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Heritage, Hon Peninah Malonza, OGW today launched the National Wildlife Research Agenda (2023-2027). The event happened at Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) Naivasha.
Good news! We have extended our Call for Abstracts for the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference to July 1, 2023. Don't miss this great event that will draw researchers from all over the world.
To register, visit our website
Did you know that WRTI Training Division offers a myriad of courses such as :
Diploma Courses
Diploma in Wildlife Management
Diploma in Environmental Management
Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality Management
Diploma in Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences
The WRTI Kenya student experience is quite a spectacular one.
We provide top-notch training and capacity development programmes and courses in wildlife conservation and management and related disciplines and award diplomas and certificates.
Delighted to announce that Hon. Dr. Alfred Mutua, EGH will be the Guest of Honour at
@WRTIKenya
's 21st Graduation Ceremony.
Under his guidance, we celebrate academic achievement and a shared commitment to wildlife research👏👏
Join us tomorrow at 9:00am.
Scientists based in the Savannah, Arid and Semi-Arid Ecosystem Center in Tsavo are currently undertaking a population and distribution status survey of the Avian Scavengers that have been on the decline due to anthropogenic activities; poisoning, and habitat destruction.
Principal Secretary State Department for Wildlife
@PSMuseiya
today made a familiarization tour of
@WRTIKenya
HQs in Naivasha. The PS also took time to meet institute's Board of Directors and staff and launched a tree planting exercise where 300 indigenous trees were planted.
Finally!
@peninah_malonza
officially launches the National Wildlife Research Agenda (2023-2027) that will guide research in the country to inform wildlife conservation for the next five years.
Looking for a conference venue out of town?
The
@WRTIKenya
- Naivasha, offers affordable
#conferencing
& hospitality rates at a serene and pristine scenic site with an abundance of
#wildlife
Check out our packages here:
#DiscoverBeyond
@WRTIKenya
CEO joins
@Min_TourismKE
CS
@tunajibu
&
@kwskenya
DG
@BrigWaweru
at the inaugural IUCN Africa Protected Areas Congress (APAC) in Kigali, Rwanda.The congress is aimed at discussing the role of protected areas in conserving nature & safeguarding africa's iconic wildlife
The countdown begins! ⏳
6 DAYS TO GO!⏰
Join us on this journey as we gear up for the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference 2023.
Wildlife conservation and livelihoods improvement await! 🦓
📍Location: Lake Naivasha Resort, Naivasha
🗓️Dates : 26 - 28 th September 2023
New trainees during an orientation session to take them through the Institute's rules, regulations, and academic standards.
We are keen on ensuring our students connect with faculty members and receive support as they begin their college journey. 🧑🎓
Thank you for choosing us
Countdown ⏰: 1 Day to the WRTI Graduation
All roads lead to Vasha tomorrow as we mark the Wildlife Research & Training Institute 20th Graduation Ceremony.
We’re ecstatic to be celebrating this great milestone as we’ll be having 383 graduands in Diploma & Certificate Courses.
Greeeeeaaat Neeeewwws!!!
We are delighted to announce that the Wildlife Research and Training Institute Strategic Plan 2022 - 2027 has successfully been launched by Mr. Said Athuman, Tourism Secretary,
@Min_TourismKE
on behalf of Hon.
@tunajibu
, CS,
@Min_TourismKE
Looking for a conference venue out of town?
The
@WRTIKenya
- Naivasha, offers affordable Conferencing & Hospitality rates at a serene & pristine scenic site with an abundance of
#wildlife
within the grounds. Check out our packages here:
#DiscoverBeyond
Did you know that the Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) is mandated to undertake and coordinate wildlife research and training in Kenya?
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
#WRTILaunch
#WRTIKenya
@WRTIKenya
. Today, PhD student from Edinburgh University presented her progress report to
@WRTIKenya
researchers on enhancing human elephant coexistence in Tsavo. The research is aimed at addressing deep- rooted social issues that contribute to human wildlife conflict.
Congratulations to Joseph Wamoni on receiving a scholarship from
@Min_TourismKE
Principal Secretary
@zeinabAhussein
following an outstanding spoken word performance at the Naivasha tree planting campaign. The institute strives to support and nurture talent
#DiscoverBeyond
The co-planning team of the Greater Maasai Mara Ecosystem Management Plan 2022 - 2032 presented a draft plan to
@WRTIKenya
&
@kwskenya
senior management for review and consideration.
The
@WRTI
Director on 5th April 2023 inaugurated the Second WRTI Trainee Governing Council. The Director emphasized the importance of the link between students and management which has led to a lot of positive changes within the institute to the advantage of trainees.
What are the functions of WRTI you may ask?
Well, here is a brief of what we do;
• Knowledge on the status of the country’s wildlife and their potential to facilitate optimised benefits from the wildlife resource.
Hey there 👋
Are you interested in our Diploma courses🎓?
Diploma in Wildlife Management
Diploma in Environmental Management
Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality Management
Diploma in Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences
For more info & application:
@WRTIKenya
. We are excited to host the first-ever Wildlife Scientific Conference that will draw researchers from all over the world to share ideas, disseminate wildlife scientific information for managers and policy makers. A three-day event of great minds in one platform!
The Director
@WRTIKenya
joined
@kwskenya
DG, Governor Kajiado and development partners during flag off of Governnent support to people,wildlife and livestock by HE Deputy President Hon. Rigathi Gachagua
@rigathi
to ensure human wildlife Coexistence during this drought period.
Final call! 🗣️🗣️
Do you have a well-researched scientific paper on discoveries, innovation and technologies in wildlife conservation?
Submit your Abstract to participate in the Ist Wildlife Scientific Conference.
To register, visit our website
@ WRTIKenya hosted the National Assembly Parliamentary Committee on Tourism and Wildlife led by
@KAREKEMBIUKI
at its Savannah Headquarters within Tsavo East NP, where they were taken through the center's role in providing quality data to wildlife management in Kenya.
The Day is finally here!!
Congratulations to Wildlife Research & Training Institute (WRTI) , Class of 2021.
Today is the 19th Graduation Ceremony which is a hybrid ceremony.
Join us LIVE now via YouTube:
#WRTIGraduation
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
Did you know that WRTI offers a Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management?
This course is designed to equip trainees with knowledge, skills and attitudes applicable in the tourism sector.
It is aimed at producing a graduate that can enter the job market in the field of …
The Deputy Director of Research
@WRTIKenya
@d_ndeereh
this morning opened opened the training workshop on Bayesian Spatially Explicit Capture-Recapture (SECR) method of counting lions and other carnivores.
Earlier today the
@wrti
Director
@OmondiPOmondi
led students and staff in a clean-up exercise around the institution. The quarterly cleanup exercise is aimed at improving environmental cleanliness within the institute and the surrounding community in Naivasha.
In order to advise security interventions,
@WRTIKenya
is carrying out Dik-Dik counts in 5 blocks: Tsavo East & West, Chyulu Hills NP, Taita Hills & Galana-Kalalu ranches..aimed at estimating population density, biophysical habitat conditions & model the species distribution in TCA
Today
@OmondiPomondi
Director/CEO
@WRTIKenya
and top management hosted a delegation from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
@jsps_sns
to discuss future partnership initiatives to support scientific cooperation in wildlife research with different stakeholders.
During the event, KWS, DG,
@BrigJohnWaweru
noted that the WRTI Strategic Plan 2022 - 2027 will deepen wildlife research in the country that will inform and aid KWS in decision making.
As the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference drawed to a close, Dr.
@OmondiPomondi
, CEO/Director of
@WRTIKenya
, unveiled a roadmap for the future. These action points are poised to shape the landscape of wildlife conservation in Kenya and beyond.
@WRTIKenya
Rhino ecologist Mr. Cedric Kyayale today held a consultative meeting with
@kwskenya
, Narok County officers &
@WWF_Kenya
on enhancing Rhino monitoring and data management systems in Mara.
1/2
@WRTIKenya
researchers in collaboration with KWS, and
@TsavoTrust
have conducted data validation and verification of the lions' census in Tsavo. The exercise funded by
@WWF_Kenya
,
@LionRecovery
will provide information and technical advice on ecological trends, and threats.
As part of the BioRescue consortium, briefed the visiting members of the Czech Republic Senate led by Mrs. Jitka Seitlova, Deputy Speaker of the Senate, on the progress made in the implementation of the Northern white
#Rhino
Assisted Reproduction Project
Participants of the ongoing Stakeholders' Forum to Deliberate on
@WRTIKenya
's Draft Strategic Plan and the National
#Wildlife
Agenda-KCB Leadership Centre,Karen-6th and 7th April 2022
#DiscoverBeyond
Reliving the moments that ignited change!
Watch the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference 2023 by WRTI recap video for a journey through insightful discussions, inspiring speakers, and collective commitment.
WRTI Ag. Director/CEO, Dr.
@OmondiPomondi
explains that among the functions of the newly established
@WRTIKenya
is to establish a National Wildlife Database
Knowledge on the status of wildlife will facilitate optimised benefits for conservation & management
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
The
@WRTIKenya
Board of the Institute today visited the Aberdare National park to familiarize themselves with the ongoing research activities in the Montane/Forest Ecosystems research centre in Nyeri.
The Wait Is Over⌛️
The 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference is in session
Join us for a journey into the world of wildlife conservation, research, & sustainable living
Don't miss out on the engaging discussions, expert insights & transformative moments
#WRTIConference23
This Friday, all roads lead to WRTI Kenya, Naivasha where we’ll be having our 20th Graduation Ceremony.
We are extremely proud of our Gradands for achieving this great milestone.
For info/applications:
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
#WRTIGraduation
#WRTIGrad2022
Day 3
#AfricaClimateSummit23
Are you passionate about climate change and safeguarding our planet’s future?
@WRTIKenya
we offer diploma, certificate and short courses that offer students in-depth knowledge on climate change adaptation and sustainable practices for a greener world
Speaking at the 20th Graduation Ceremony held at WRTI HQ, Naivasha, Director/CEO, Dr.
@OmondiPomondi
, welcomed everyone to the graduation ceremony.
He congratulated the graduates for marking this great achievement & affirmed them that their experience at WRTI has been enriching
@WRTIKenya
Scientists based at the Savannah Field Centre analyzing lion scats to understand lion prey preference in Tsavo. 🦁 We are keen on providing accurate, scientific wildlife data to inform policy makers and industry leaders.
#TsavoLions
#ScientificDiscovery
While carrying out the National Wildlife Census 2021, Wildlife Research & Training Institute (WRTI) scientist used a myriad of methodologies to conduct the exercise.
Here is an insight from Stephen Ndambuki, an ecologist at
@WRTIKenya
Part 1…
In December 2020 we planted 1000 seedlings with
@KIPPRAKENYA
; they have adopted a block which they plan to continually plant each rainy season.
@OfficialWRC
tree planting campaign commenced in June 2021 targeting 19mn trees,1mn for each year the Safari Rally was absent in Kenya
@WRTIKenya
Ag. Chair Dr. Winnie Kiiru thanked the participants for heeding the call to engage in a consultative meeting before officially opening the Stakeholders' Forum to Deliberate on
@WRTIKenya
's Draft Strategic Plan and the National Wildlife Agenda
.
@kwskenya
, D.G,
@BrigJohnWaweru
, celebrated WRTI for marking this huge milestone and noted that WRTI & KWS have a symbiotic relationship whereby WRTI undertakes wildlife research which then informs KWS in proper decision making in the conservation of Kenya’s Wildlife.
We are here to mark the milestones made as a country in the conservation & management of
#rhinos
- Dickson Lesimirdana,
@kwskenya
Director- Community and Wildlife service at stakeholders workshop on development of 7th edition- black rhino recovery action plan at
@WRTIKenya
A momentous occasion unfolded at the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference 2023 as Principal Secretary,
@WildlifeKe_
,
@PSMuseiya
, officiated the launch of the Kenyan Species Specialist Group by
@IucnE
.
#WRTIConferenceDay2
We’re delighted to have had the Principal Secretary,
@WildlifeKe_
,
@PSMuseiya
, at the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference.
She congratulated the WRTI management for organizing this impactful event & emphasized the crucial role of science in shaping policy and decision-making.
It’s 6 days to go for the launch of something phenomenal, exciting and game changing.
Can you guess what it is?
Kindly follow
@WRTIKenya
Social Media pages to find out what it might be.
#WRTIKenya
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
A vibrant celebration it was at the launch of the WRTI Strategic Plan 2022-2027.
Here are highlights from the epic launch.
Do you have a copy of the newly launched WRTI Strategic Plan?
Simply click on this link:
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
#WRTIStrategicPlan
Day 1 Recap: A Grand Opening
Relive the unforgettable moments of Day 1 at the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference, kicked off by our Chief guest, H.E Dr.
@MusaliaMudavadi
, EGH, Prime Cabinet Secretary, 🇰🇪who delivered a speech on behalf of H.E Dr.
@WilliamsRuto
Earlier today,
@WRTI
Board Chairman Dr David Nkedianye joined Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife CS
@DrAlfredMutua
and PS State Department for Wildlife
@PSMuseiya
during the official opening of the 3rd regional Tourism expo
#EarteMkte2023
at KICC.
Day two at
@AfricaClimateSummit23
: Step into the future at our booth! Learn from our scientists who are harnessing data to fight climate change and safeguard wildlife. Explore our initiatives, from nurturing spirulina and hagenia to tracking wildlife movements.
The
@kwskenya
team of banda caretakers undertake a Safety, Security & Hygiene (First Aid) training as part of the ongoing Basic certification course for practicing banda caretakers facilitated by
@WRTIKenya
#DiscoverBeyond
The ongoing
@WRTIKenya
Stakeholders Forum seeks to engage in ways of providing accurate information and skillsets for sustainable and optimal benefits from the conservation and management of
#wildlife
resources
#DiscoverBeyond
While at Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI), P.S, (
@WildlifeKe_
)State Department for Wildlife,
@PSMuseiya
, noted that climate change has had adverse effects on our wildlife.
The Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) has been established with the understanding that wildlife research agenda needs to be more focused to provide reliable scientific information on emerging wildlife conservation and management challenges.
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
Ongoing:
@WRTIKenya
researchers and partners are selecting and reviewing Abstracts received for the Ist Wildlife Scientific Conference on September 26-28, 2023 at Lake Naivasha Resort.
Guess what?
Something big is happening today.
Want to know what it is?
Stay tuned to our social media handles from 9:30 AM to find out.
#WRTIDiscoverBeyond
@WRTIKenya
. Two days to go! All geared up for the launch of The National Wildlife Research Agenda (2023-2027). Join us on May 29th as we mark this great milestone.
Kenya delegation to the ongoing Conservation of Migration Species(CMS) Standing Committee with the CMS Executive Secretary Ms Amy Fraenkel, Bonn Germany.
@WRTIKenya
CEO/Director Dr Patrick Omondi hosted the
@ScienceatCZ
Lead conservation scientist, Dr Katie Edwards to discuss a collaborative science-based integrated metapopulation management plan to promote growth and recovery of the Black rhinoceros population in the country.
@WRTIKenya
research team concluded a forage availability & carrying capacity assessment for giraffes &
#Roan
antelopes in Ruma N Park. The research calculates forage available for both grazers & browsers and estimates the stocking densities of the various species within the park
@WRTIKenya
(Formerly KWSTI) ,Naivasha is located 90 Km south west of Nairobi & offers a serene location ideal for learning. Our August 2022 admission currently ongoing, click here to learn more about us:
#DiscoverBeyond
At Naivasha Wildlife Sanctuary, plans are set for today's
#NationalTreeGrowingDay
We aim to plant 5,500 tree seedlings as we contribute to a more sustainable future and nurture a greener environment for our wildlife.
Don't be left behind! Join us. 👏
#NationalTreeGrowingDay
Preparations are in full swing for
@WRTIKenya
21st Graduation Ceremony this Friday.🎓🧑🎓
From transforming the venue to welcoming distinguished guests, we're gearing up for a celebration of academic excellence and commitment to wildlife conservation.
Stay tuned for all updates!