Victims of human-wildlife conflict claim KWS officers demand bribes

Residents of Kitengela, Kajiado county, count losses after a stray lion killed more than 20 sheep's and goats, on September 12, 2018. [File, Standard]

Victims of human-wildlife conflict in Kilifi have alleged that Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers are demanding Sh1,500 for verification forms.

The completion of the verification forms is the initial step in the validation process for victims seeking compensation for wildlife attacks. These forms are provided free of charge.