Partners in the conservation of the delta
The Tana River Delta website is hosted and managed by A Rocha, an international Christian organization which, inspired by God’s love, engages in scientific research, environmental education and community-based conservation projects.
A Rocha works in partnership with a number of other organizations in the conservation of the Tana River Delta:
Nature KenyaThe aim of Nature Kenya is to promote the study and conservation of the natural environment in Eastern Africa. |
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East African Wildlife Society (EAWLS)Founded in 1961, the East African Wild Life Society has been committed to 'promoting the conservation and wise use of East Africa’s wildlife and the environment’ ever since. Read posts about the Tana Delta on the East African Wildlife Society Blog. |
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New African Territories / Delta DunesDelta Dunes is a community based lodge at the old mouth of the Tana River. It is currently represented by New African Territories, which offers a select few intimate and exclusive lodges and camps throughout Kenya. |
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A Rocha KenyaA Rocha Kenya is part of the global family of A Rocha projects and works with local communities to achieve the long-term conservation of threatened habitats and species in the Malindi-Watamu area. |
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Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)The Kenya Wildlife Service is a state corporation committed to conserving and managing Kenya's wildlife. |
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Kenya Forest Service (KFS)Kenya Forest Service is a state corporation established in February 2007 to conserve, develop and sustainably manage forest resources for Kenya's social-economic development. |
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Kenya Wetlands ForumThe Kenya Wetlands Forum (KWF) is working to promote the conservation and wise use of wetlands in Kenya by enabling stakeholders to take part in constructive dialogue, discussion and idea sharing. |
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Kenya Wetlands Biodiversity Research Group (KENWEB)KENWEB is a multi-disciplinary team of researchers from The French Institute of Research for Development, National Museums of Kenya, Kenya Wildlife Service and the University of Nairobi. They are working to improve the understanding of the ecological and sociological functions of the Tana Delta among its users, the scientific community and decision makers. |
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Community groupsThe Tana River District is home to a number of community groups, in particular the Pokomo, Orma and Wardei peoples. It is therefore a lifeline to some 30,000 farmers, pastoralists and fishermen as well as minority hunter and gatherer communities collectively called the Wasanya. |
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Useful links for further information
Practical Action - Tana River District: A showcase of conflict over natural resources
RSPB - Provides background on the Tana River Delta and details about the RSPB's work to save it
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