Six lions from Oleisukut Conservancy in the Maasai Mara were reported to have shown signs of poisoning, sparking action from Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) veterinarians who rushed to administer treatment.
In a statement on Monday, September 29, KWS confirmed that all six lions survived after receiving emergency care and relocation to safety.
"Six lions in Oleisukut Conservancy - Maasai Mara, were reported showing signs of poisoning. Our veterinary team responded swiftly, administering emergency treatment, stabilizing the pride, and relocating them to safety.
"Thankfully, all six survived - four have fully recovered while two remain under close monitoring," the agency said.
KWS further revealed that investigations into the source of the poisoning have been launched.
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"Kenya Wildlife Service remains steadfast in its mandate to conserve and protect Kenya’s iconic species. Investigations into the source of the poisoning are ongoing, with continuous monitoring of the pride in place.
"We reaffirm our commitment to safeguarding our wildlife heritage for current and future generations," the agency added.
Notably, KWS offered free entry to its managed national parks, reserves, and sanctuaries over the weekend.
In a notice on Tuesday, September 23, Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano said the free entry was to mark the United Nations World Tourism Day.
"To honor this significant occasion, I am thrilled to announce that the Government of Kenya is offering free entry to all Kenyan citizens to visit Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)-managed national parks, reserves, and sanctuaries on Saturday, September 27th, 2025," read the notice in part.
Miano said the initiative aimed to give Kenyans an opportunity to reconnect with the country’s wildlife heritage, deepen collective commitment to conservation, and experience the unparalleled beauty of natural treasures.
"By opening the gates to these iconic spaces, we aim to foster a greater appreciation of Kenya’s rich biodiversity and inspire a shared responsibility to protect it for generations to come," she stated.
Additionally, the National Museums opened all their museums, sites, and monuments across the country for free over the weekend.
In a notice on Wednesday, September 24, the institution confirmed that the facilities would be open to all on Saturday, September 27, and Sunday, September 28, in celebration of World Tourism Day.
"The National Museums of Kenya is pleased to announce that in celebration of World Tourism Day, there will be free entry to all our museums, sites, and monuments across the country on Saturday, September 27, and Sunday, September 28," the notice read.
