Miano Vows to Mordenize KWS Training
Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano now says that the government is
working towards modernizing training for Kenya Wildlife Service(KWS) recruits.
Miano who spoke at Kenya Wildlife Service law enforcement academy in Manyani yesterday
said part of her plans was also to see how the ministry will support capacity development for
kws to help them cope up with the emerging challenges.
“This academy is a foundation and abiding emblem of our nation’s commitment to both wildlife
conservation and excellence in our tourism undertakings. Its impact extends far beyond our
borders. It serves as a hub
for local, regional and international collaborations leading to strong partnerships that have
enhanced our global conservation index,” she said.
The academy is a premier centre of excellence mandated to train front-line staff in wildlife
conservation and management.
Beyond our borders, the academy has trained wildlife experts from Tanzania, the Democratic
Republic of Congo, and South Sudan.
At the same time, Miano urged Kenyans to champion wildlife conservation revealing that it’s the
backbone of Kenya’s tourism.
“A whooping 90% of safari tourism is driven by our wildlife while about 75% of tourism earnings
depend on wildlife. Indeed, asignificant 10% of Kenya’s GDP is anchored on our wildlife
economy. Therefore, devoid of wildlife, Kenya’s economy would be an entirely
different story,” she said.
Kenya has been a major tourist destination in East Africa traditionally attracting visitors from
across the world to its wildlife parks and Indian Ocean beaches
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