Turning the tide: Former poachers lead fight to save Mau Eburu forest

Deep inside Mau Eburu forest, where shafts of light struggle to pierce the dense canopy, Solomon Mureithi stands on a steep slope, fastening a green metal onto a moss covered tree trunk.His hands move with the ease of a man who has done this countless times. Around him, five other members of the surveillance unit tighten straps, take measurements and step back to test the angle of the Camera trap.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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His hands move with the ease of a man who has done this countless times. Around him, five other members of the surveillance unit tighten straps, take measurements and step back to test the angle of the Camera trap.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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