Strategic Research Direction
National Wildlife Research Agenda
Strategic roadmap aligning scientific research with conservation priorities and policy needs.
Vision
Science-driven conservation excellence for thriving wildlife and healthy ecosystems.
Mission
Conduct innovative research informing policy and evidence-based conservation management.
National Wildlife Research Agenda
Strategic Research Priorities for Wildlife Conservation
Research Priority Areas
Kenya's National Wildlife Research Agenda identifies key research priorities to support evidence-based conservation decisions and sustainable wildlife management.
Priority Research Themes
Population dynamics, breeding ecology, habitat requirements, and threat assessment for priority species.
Ecosystem integrity assessment, climate change impacts, and restoration effectiveness.
Conflict mitigation strategies, community-based conservation, and sustainable livelihoods.
Research Impact
Our research agenda guides national conservation investments and policy development.
Implementation Timeline
- 2024-2026: Priority species research
- 2025-2027: Ecosystem monitoring systems
- 2026-2028: Human-wildlife coexistence
- Ongoing: Adaptive management research
Priority Research Themes
Species Conservation Research
Key Research Areas:
- Population monitoring and trend analysis
- Endangered species recovery programs
- Genetic diversity and viability assessments
- Migration patterns and corridor connectivity
- Disease surveillance and health monitoring
2024-2030
Ecosystem Health Research
Key Research Areas:
- Habitat quality and integrity assessments
- Ecosystem connectivity and wildlife corridors
- Invasive species impacts and management
- Wetland and aquatic ecosystem monitoring
- Marine and coastal conservation research
2024-2030
Climate Change & Adaptation
Key Research Areas:
- Climate vulnerability assessments
- Phenological shifts and species responses
- Drought impact on wildlife populations
- Range shifts and habitat suitability modeling
- Climate-smart conservation strategies
2024-2035
Human-Wildlife Interactions
Key Research Areas:
- Human-wildlife conflict patterns and mitigation
- Community-based conservation effectiveness
- Socioeconomic benefits of wildlife conservation
- Wildlife crime and illegal wildlife trade
- Traditional ecological knowledge integration
2024-2030
Conservation Technology & Innovation
Key Research Areas:
- Remote sensing and GIS applications
- AI and machine learning for wildlife monitoring
- Drone technology for surveys and anti-poaching
- eDNA and genomics in conservation
- Real-time tracking and monitoring systems
- Big data analytics for conservation insights
2024-2030
Implementation Timeline
2024-2025
Phase 1: Foundation & Capacity Building
- Establish baseline monitoring systems
- Train personnel in advanced methodologies
- Develop partnerships and secure funding
2026-2028
Phase 2: Implementation & Expansion
- Execute priority research projects
- Integrate technology platforms for data management
- Publish peer-reviewed findings and policy briefs
2029-2030
Phase 3: Evaluation & Refinement
- Assess research impact on outcomes and policy
- Refine priorities based on emerging challenges
- Develop next-generation agenda (2031-2040)
Success Metrics
50+
Research Publications/Year
15+
Active Research Projects
25+
Research Partnerships
80%
Policy Integration Rate