This archive report was first published on 14 September 2019.
On September 14, 2019, the National Assembly committee on environment and natural resources expressed concern over the delay in compensating those affected by human-wildlife conflicts.
During a meeting with the taskforce on human-wildlife compensation scheme, the committee emphasized the need for a fund to promptly assist victims, including settling hospital bills.
According to the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act (2013), victims of human-wildlife conflicts have the right to seek compensation, with eligible individuals receiving up to Sh5 million in case of death and up to Sh3 million for permanent disability.
However, the government has pointed out that it needs Sh10 billion to compensate victims in 14,000 cases of human-wildlife conflict, highlighting the need for a sustainable solution.
North Horr MP Chachu Ganya suggested an insurance scheme for sustainability of the compensation, while Kasipul MP Ong'ondo Were emphasized the need for funds in place to compensate victims and mitigate human-wildlife conflict.
