Shimba Hills residents decry crop destruction by baboons, monkeys

2026-02-03 - 15:08

Residents living near the Shimba Hills National Reserve in Matuga Constituency, Kwale County, have raised concern over increased destruction of crops and invasion of homesteads by baboons and monkeys, a situation they say is threatening their livelihoods and safety. Led by Kinarini Village Chairperson Nasiri Maulidi, the residents said the wild animals have repeatedly raided...