The County Government of Nandi has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Crane Foundation Kenya, marking a significant milestone in the conservation of wetlands, protection of crane habitats, and promotion of sustainable livelihoods across the county.
The signing ceremony was witnessed by Governor Stephen Sang together with the Deputy Governor Nandi county Dr. Yulita Chebotip Cheruiyot, County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Environment and Natural Resources, senior county officials, and representatives from ICF-Kenya led by Kabelo.
The partnership establishes a collaborative framework through which the two institutions will work together to conserve wetlands and biodiversity while enhancing climate resilience and improving the socio-economic well-being of local communities.
Key Areas of Cooperation; Wetland protection and ecological restoration, conservation of crane habitats and biodiversity, promotion of sustainable agriculture and community livelihoods, environmental education and public awareness, scientific research, monitoring, and knowledge sharing, capacity building and institutional strengthening and integration of wetland conservation into county planning and climate resilience initiatives.
Speaking during the ceremony, Governor Sang reaffirmed the County Government’s commitment to safeguarding Nandi’s rich natural heritage, noting that healthy wetlands are critical for water security, biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable economic development.
Which areas does Nandi County-International Crane Foundation MoU cover?
On his part, Kabelo welcomed the partnership, emphasizing ICF-Kenya’s commitment to supporting Nandi County through technical expertise, community engagement, and collaborative conservation initiatives that balance environmental protection with improved livelihoods.
The MoU provides a framework for joint planning and implementation of conservation programmes while fostering partnerships with communities, development partners, research institutions, and other stakeholders committed to sustainable environmental management.
The collaboration underscores the shared vision of both institutions to conserve Nandi County’s unique wetland ecosystems for present and future generations, ensuring that environmental conservation goes hand in hand with sustainable development and improved livelihoods for residents.
