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Stories from the Shield

Read about the latest updates, inspiring stories, and impact reports from our work on the ground.

A tourist taking a photo of a giraffe in the Maasai Mara.
A Journey With Purpose: The Rise of Maasai Eco-Tourism

Discover how travelers are making a direct impact by choosing community-owned tourism.

Asha Mohamed
June 10, 2024
Young Maasai men running a race in the savanna.
More Than a Game: The Maasai Olympics

A photo-essay on how sports are transforming conservation attitudes among young warriors.

David Ochieng
June 28, 2024
An elderly Maasai man looking thoughtfully into the distance.
The Wisdom of the Elders: Traditional Knowledge in a Changing Climate

How ancient pastoralist practices are providing solutions for modern climate challenges.

Kakenya Ledama
July 15, 2024