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Children in the Wilderness celebrates World Conservation Day 2026

28th July 2026Josephine BesticBotswana, Kenya, Namibia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

At Children in the Wilderness (CITW), this important ‘World Day’ – observed every July 28 – speaks to the very heart of our mission statement – to empower Africa’s future conservation leaders. As the dedicated youth empowerment arm of the Wilderness Trust, and the flagship Educate programme within Wilderness’ Impact strategy, our CITW programme has...

Jul

CITW Kenya June 2026 Update

14th July 2026Sharon MuthoniKenya

Sharon Muthoni, CITW Kenya’s Community Co-ordinator reports on a short but active month for her Eco-Clubs, as schools closed for midterm during the month. Despite the break, the clubs were still able to take part in different environmental activities, including World Crocodile Day, World Giraffe Day, Desertification and Drought Day, food forest activities, and regular...

Jun

CITW Kenya May 2026 Update

16th June 2026Sharon MuthoniKenya

Sharon Muthoni, CITW Community Co-ordinator for Kenya reports on her key highlights for May 2026, which included the launch of the Kisaruni Boys poultry project, the celebration of World Migratory Bird Day, World Endangered Species Day, World Bee Day, and World Menstrual Hygiene Day, as well as the usual ongoing Eco-Club lessons. Kisaruni Poultry Project...

May

Wilderness Kenya Launches School Tree Nursery to Help Restore Greater Masai Mara

26th May 2026Andy WassungKenya

May 2026 – Wilderness Kenya, through its Children in the Wilderness (CITW) programme and with funding support from the Wilderness Trust, is investing in the next generation of environmental stewards through the establishment of an indigenous tree nursery and kitchen garden at Enkereri Primary School – a partner school on the Oloololo Escarpment near Wilderness...

May

A Tribute to the Mother Bear Project

7th May 2026Josephine BesticBotswana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Two decades ago, when Children in the Wilderness (CITW) was just five years old, one of our most impactful and widespread initiatives was formed when we partnered with the Mother Bear Project (MBP). For 20 years, children who attended our annual Eco-Camps across our African regions received a hand-knit or crocheted bear, made with love...

Apr

Celebrating World Hyena Day with CITW Kenya

28th April 2026Sharon MuthoniKenya

Yesterday, 27 April 2026 was World Hyena Day, and CITW Kenya took the opportunity for our Eco-Clubs to learn more about these enigmatic predators. There are four species of hyena in the family Hyaenidae; the spotted, hyena, striped hyena, aardwolf, and brown hyena, all of which, other than the brown hyena, are found within Kenya....

Apr

CITW Kenya – March 2026 Update

21st April 2026Sharon MuthoniKenya

In March, our Eco-Club members actively engaged in hands-on conservation activities. From a GEL Charity Drive to World Wildlife Day and World Water Day, as well as Eco-Club lessons, sessions were practical, engaging, and well received. Participation remained consistent across both learners and Eco-Mentors, with steady enthusiasm throughout the month. In April, the focus is...

Mar

CITW Kenya – February 2026 Update

23rd March 2026Sharon MuthoniKenya

CITW Kenya Community Co-ordinator Sharon Muthoni reports on an active month for the region’s Eco-Clubs. Despite the rainy season, Eco-Mentors delivered lessons across partner schools, while students participated in conservation activities, including World Hippo Day and World Pangolin Day celebrations. School Supplies Distributed Across Partner Schools In February, we distributed 700 exercise books, 300 pens,...

Feb

CITW Kenya January 2026 Activities Update

17th February 2026Sharon MuthoniKenya

January 2026 marked the resumption of school activities following the holiday break, with Eco-Clubs across our partner schools gradually returning to their normal school programmes. This month’s focus was on re-engaging students, enrolling new members, establishing leadership structures within the Eco-Clubs and resuming Eco-Club lessons and activities. Eco-Club Lessons and Activities This month our Eco-Clubs...

Jan

CITW Kenya Celebrates World Environmental Education Day

27th January 2026Sharon MuthoniKenya

World Environmental Education Day highlights the importance of education as a fundamental human right and a foundation for individual and community development. To mark this pivotal day, CITW Eco-Club members engaged in learning activities that connected education to real-life environmental responsibility. Students shared conservation messages during a school parade, while others took part in one-on-one...

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