Finlays, the agribusiness with tea estates and flower farms bordering the Mau forest complex have donated funds to build over 2kms of fence in Mau Eburu.

“Finlays is aware of the threats of climate impacts if forest cover is lost to uncontrolled logging, illegal cultivation and excisions and other threats,” said Simeon Hutchinson of James Finlay Kenya.

“We are making a specific donation of Ksh 4.6 million for the fencing of Mau Eburu,’ he said.

“It will form the start of an ongoing support policy for the fencing of Mau Eburu and is in line with our enduring commitment to sustainability,” Mr Hutchinson added.

The Mau Eburu fencing project under KWS and Rhino Ark management will start next year.

Finlays has traditionally donated to entrants to the annual Rhino Charge as part of an ongoing effort to support Rhino Ark’s national conservation initiatives.