The Aberdare Joint Surveillance Unit (AJSU) is a partnership between Rhino Ark and the Kenya Wildlife Service. AJSU, was founded in 2010, and is a pioneering initiative which engages the local community more directly in conservation efforts.

The Unit is tasked with:

• patrolling the forest and the 400km fence
• curbing illegal activities that threaten forest integrity
• de-snaring
• monitoring tree degeneration
• involving neighbouring communities in conservation work

Rhino Ark support for AJSU includes provision of:

• training for the team
• a patrol vehicle
• cameras
• hand-held GPS units to strengthen their field work