The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has announced an operation to track and recapture two lionesses that escaped from Nairobi National Park.
In a statement, KWS said the animals were sighted in the Sholinke trading area of Kajiado East Constituency, Kajiado County, about 8.3 kilometres from the park.
“Latest coordinates: 37 M 261961 UTM 9834651. KWS teams are actively managing the situation,” the agency said.
KWS rangers and veterinary teams have been deployed to safely recapture and relocate the lionesses. The agency emphasized that the operation is ongoing, with public safety as the top priority.
Residents in the affected areas have been advised to remain vigilant, keep children indoors, and report any sightings via the toll-free number 0800 597 000 or WhatsApp on 0726 610 509.
