Anne and the AID Foundation team met several of the rangers working in the field throughout the areas under the umbrella of the Taita Taveta Wildlife Conservancies Association (TTWCA). We were very impressed with their dedication to protecting giraffe and other at-risk animals by using sophisticated paramilitary techniques. Communication hardware is increasing the ability for conservancies to share information, which contributes to species tracking, security, and data capturing for future use.
ECOLOGICAL MONITORING
Wildlife monitoring remains a key aspect in both landscapes to identify wildlife corridors, track population performance and threats, and monitor integrity of the ecological habitats. Our partners at the African Wildlife Foundation will maintain this work, by conducting cross-border patrols, working with local authorities to reduce poaching, and by coordinating efforts with local organizations so efforts are not duplicated.
This is a non-violent approach to monitoring and protecting wildlife corridors and collecting research. The Ecological Monitoring Program is extensive and some aspects cross over with larger initiatives. Additional funding comes from our outreach to individual donors and top-up support from the African Wildlife Foundation.
Funding Results:
The AID Foundation contributes to the operational costs associated with daily patrolling of high-risk poaching areas along the Kenya-Tanzania border. The program includes compensation for the ranger training and the ongoing support of the Canines for Conservation training program.