Aberdare Joint Surveillance Unit
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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