Governor Timamy Hosts WWF Kenya, TNC Delegation to Strengthen Conservation Partnerships

Lamu Governor Issa Timamy has hosted senior officials from WWF Kenya and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in a high level engagement aimed at strengthening partnerships in conservation and sustainable development in Lamu County.

The WWF Kenya delegation was led by Chief Executive Officer Jackson Kiplagat, while The Nature Conservancy team was led by Country Director Ruth Masha.

The discussions focused on enhancing collaboration between the county government and conservation partners in protecting Lamu’s rich natural resources, promoting sustainable development and ensuring local communities benefit from conservation initiatives.

The delegation also visited the Eco Tourism Facility at Shaka La Siyu on Amu Island, which was funded by WWF Kenya for the Lamu Community Forest Association (LAMACOFA).

Governor Timamy reaffirmed the County Government of Lamu’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with conservation organisations and development partners to safeguard the county’s ecosystems while supporting economic opportunities for its communities.

The engagement was attended by CECM for Climate Change, ICT, E Government and Citizen Participation Aisha Shariff,CECM for Blue Economy, Fisheries and Cooperative Sabrina Mkare, CECM for Finance, Budget and Economic Planning Mohamed Bwana, Chief of Staff Abdulnassir Issa, among other county government officials.

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