Kenyans need to find new ways to coexist with wild animals

NAIROBI: Mrs Mulei, my friend from Makueni County, recently suffered huge losses on her farm when elephants paid her an uninvited visit. Under the new Wildlife Conservation and Management Act, 2013, she will submit a claim to the County Wildlife Conservation and Compensation Committee. After verification of her claim, she will be compensated at the prevailing market rates.

According to the same Act, families of those who lose their lives receive a compensation of Sh5 million while injuries resulting in permanent disability result in a payment of Sh3 million. Those with lesser injuries are paid a maximum of Sh2 million depending on the severity.