A Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) corporal has sustained injuries after a run-in with a rhino while on routine patrol.
In a statement on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, KWS stated that the injured officer was airlifted to Nairobi for specialised treatment.
“This morning, one of our brave corporals was unfortunately injured by a rhino while on patrol. We responded swiftly, and with crucial support from Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, he was airlifted to Nairobi for medical attention,” read the statement.
KWS has assured the public of its commitment to the safety of its personnel and the protection of the country’s wildlife.
“Our thoughts are with him and his family during this time. Kenya Wildlife Service remains deeply committed to the safety of our personnel and the protection of our wildlife,” read the statement.
This incident comes a few months after a lion killed a 14-year-old girl on a ranch to the south of Nairobi National Park.
In a statement on April 20, 2025, KWS stated that the attack was witnessed by another teenager, who raised the alarm.
“KWS rangers and response teams were swiftly mobilised and traced bloodstains leading to the Mbagathi River, where the girl’s body was recovered with injuries on the lower back,” the conservation agency said in a statement.
“The lion was not sighted at the scene,” it added.
Furthermore, the conservation agency said a trap had been set for the lion and teams deployed to comb the area, along with additional safety measures.
Additionally, KWS revealed that a 54-year-old man had also been killed by an elephant in Kenya’s Nyeri County.
“KWS conveys its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and continues to work closely with local law enforcement and communities to enhance the safety of people living near protected wildlife areas,” it said in the statement.
It called for more investment in “human-wildlife conflict mitigation”, including early warning systems and greater collaboration with affected communities.
