Our Programs

At the heart of NaPO's philosophy is the conviction that people and nature thrive together, and that resilient ecosystems emerge when communities shape the rules that govern their own landscapes.

Herder Conservation Network (HCN)

Recognising that pastoralist herders are the land's most constant observers, this initiative positions them as partners in conservation. Through training, digital mapping, and collaboration with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), participating herders are equipped to document wildlife movements, identify conflict hotspots, and contribute to informed management of shared rangelands.

Ramat

'Ramat' meaning 'stewardship' or 'management' in the Samburu language, reclaims pastoralist governance traditions in ecological restoration, emerging from the understanding that lasting restoration in dryland ecosystems must be rooted in community governance, traditional ecological knowledge, and locally led decision-making.

NaPO Conservation Cup

A ''football for environmental action" model - the NCC connects competitive football with land stewardship. Teams compete not only on the field but also in restoring their local environment, transforming football tournaments into platforms for ecological education, social cohesion, and behavioural change.

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Knowledge building on Native Tree Species

In collaboration with the UNDP Small Grants Program, NAPO is documenting useful traditional knowledge on medicinal and ceremonial trees of the Rendille and Samburu communities.
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Documenting this knowledge serves two purposes;
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1. to ensure this important knowledge is not lost and is available to future generations
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2. to guide ecosystem restoration efforts in a way that ensures communities benefit from this work.