Kenya wildlife census: Wildebeest and Buffalo numbers plunge in new report

The latest national wildlife census in Kenya revealed a sharp decline in several key species, including wildebeests, which dropped from 58,000 in 2023 to 34,200 in 2025, and buffaloes, which fell from 40,300 to 27,400. In contrast, some species, such as elephants and giraffes, have seen population increases due to conservation interventions. The report highlights that endangered species like the mountain bongo and rhinos are showing signs of stabilization and recovery.