Alarm in Nairobi as Two Lionesses Roam Outside National Park

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has issued an urgent public safety alert after two lionesses were spotted roaming outside Nairobi National Park in the Sholinke Trading Area, approximately 8.3 kilometers from the park’s boundary. The rare sighting has triggered an immediate response from wildlife authorities, who have deployed ranger units to manage the potentially dangerous situation.

KWS officials confirmed that rangers last spotted the lionesses at coordinates 37 M 261961 UTM 9834651. The wildlife teams moved quickly to secure the area while veterinary units mobilized to safely dart, capture, and relocate the big cats back to their natural habitat within Nairobi National Park.

Wildlife authorities have assured nearby residents that the operation continues and that protecting public safety remains their top priority throughout the rescue mission.

Why Do Lions Stray from Nairobi National Park?

Wildlife experts explain that such incidents typically occur when wild animals venture beyond protected areas while searching for food or exploring new territory. This happens particularly in zones that border human settlements, where the line between wildlife habitats and residential areas blurs.

KWS has emphasized that its teams possess extensive experience in handling human-wildlife conflict situations and are following established safety protocols to prevent harm to both people and the lions.

Public Safety Alert: What Residents Should Do

KWS has urged the public to remain calm and avoid the Sholinke Trading Area until authorities complete the operation. Wildlife officials have issued specific safety guidelines for residents:

• Keep children indoors and under supervision
• Secure all livestock in safe enclosures
• Avoid attempting to approach or photograph the lionesses
• Stay away from the Sholinke Trading Area until further notice

How to Report Wildlife Sightings in Nairobi

Anyone who spots the lionesses or notices unusual wildlife movement should immediately contact authorities. KWS has provided emergency contact numbers:

• Toll-free hotline: 0800 597 000
• WhatsApp: 0726 610 509

The agency continues to closely monitor the situation and has pledged to provide regular updates as the rescue and relocation operation progresses. Wildlife experts say successful relocations depend on swift action and public cooperation in avoiding the affected area.

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