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Action for Cheetahs in Kenya (ACK) is a project under Carnivores, Livelihoods and Landscapes (CaLL).
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23/04/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲: 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞-𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 | 𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟕
ACK proudly represented Kenya in the first coordinated range-wide conservation planning meeting for cheetahs and wild dogs. The East-Africa regional and Kenya National meetings were held back to back - bringing governments and conservationists together to safeguard ecosystems, livelihoods and the natural heritage of future generations.

Cheetahs do not recognize borders. Their survival depends on connected landscapes, shared knowledge and unified science-based action.

The first strategic plans helped us set priorities that would guide our research and actions for the next 15 years.
🐾 Habitat loss & fragmentation
🐾Human-wildlife conflict
🐾Declining prey populations
🐾Illegal wildlife trade

22/04/2026

𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫, 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐭 🌿
Today, on Earth Day 2026, we join the global movement inspired by this year’s theme: “Our Power, Our Planet.” This theme reminds us that real change begins with people; through the choices we make, the wildlife we protect, and the communities we empower.

At Action for Cheetahs in Kenya (ACK), we know that protecting our planet means protecting the species that depend on it. Every cheetah saved, every habitat preserved, and every young person inspired to care for nature is a step toward a healthier Earth.

From the open landscapes of northern Kenya to communities living alongside wildlife, conservation is powered by partnership, education, and action.

This Earth Day, let us use our power to:
🐆 Protect wildlife
🌱 Preserve habitats
🤝 Support communities
🌍 Build a sustainable future for all

Together, we can ensure that our planet remains wild, beautiful, and full of life for generations to come.

21/04/2026

𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬: 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐮𝐛𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐮𝐧𝐭
Cheetah cubs are not born knowing how to hunt. Their mother teaches them by example as they grow. Cubs first watch her stalk prey, then practice chasing small or weak animals she brings to them.

As they get older, cubs join real hunts and learn important skills like speed, patience, and timing. They stay with their mother for up to two years before becoming independent hunters.

Help us protect cheetah families and their future. Support conservation efforts today: https://www.actionforcheetahs.org

𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵: 𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘰 𝘣𝘺 𝘉𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘒𝘪𝘱𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘳

20/04/2026

𝐁𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝟖 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐡 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐬 | 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬
The Gr8 Cheetah Census is a powerful way to help protect one of the world’s most vulnerable big cats and you can be part of it!

By contributing your cheetah sightings, you help conservationists build a clearer picture of cheetah populations and movements across the landscape.
Here’s how you can participate:
📸 1. Capture – Take clear photos or videos of any cheetah you spot (especially their unique spot patterns).
📍 2. Record – Note the location, date, and time of your sighting.
📤 3. Share – Submit your sighting.
🔍 4. Support – Spread the word and encourage others to take part in the census.

Each contribution helps researchers identify individual cheetahs, monitor populations, and guide conservation action.

Together, we can turn sightings into science and science into protection.
For more info on this, click this link: https://www.actionforcheetahs.org/gr8-cheetah-census

𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵: 𝘗𝘩𝘰𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘦𝘳 - 𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘢 𝘔𝘤𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘩𝘺

17/04/2026

𝐒𝐍𝐄𝐀𝐊 𝐏𝐄𝐄𝐊 | 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐀𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐀𝐇𝐒

ACK is excited to partner with our colleagues at the Cheetah Conservation Fund () in our 2026 Auction for Cheetahs.

https://app.galabid.com/auctionforcheetahs26/items/

Take a sneak peek at the items on the docket. Bidding & quick purchases will open on 1 May. This Auction will support cheetah conservation in Kenya, Namibia and Somaliland.

For 25 years, ACK and CCF have partnered in range wide cheetah conservation efforts. We have written many grant proposals and publications together, but this is our first joint online auction.

In auction, donations will support joint genetics projects that link ACK, CCF and the Mara Meru Cheetah Project in affiliation with the Kenya Wildlife Service and the Wildlife Research and training Institute.

16/04/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 | 𝐇𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬 - 𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟕

As if we did not have enough on our plates, 2007 brought several learning opportunities our way. It was no a small feat managing the national survey, moving to Makueni and sending our team off jet-setting!

Our parent organization, Cheetah Conservation Fund (Namibia), initiated a series of training on Livestock Husbandry and Cheetah Biology. We were offered several scholarships for our staff (Lumumba and Cosmas) and other conservation partners.

Cosmas attended a training on GIS with a scholarship for one month that included attending the largest ESRI conference hosted in California. Cosmas also received funds to attend university to complete his master's degree in Ethiopia.

15/04/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Later last month, ACK’s Educational Officer, Aldina Lekuye, had the honor of attending the Lolokwe Primary School first term closing meeting alongside teachers and school leadership. The session provided a valuable opportunity to reflect on the term’s progress and collaboratively plan for the upcoming term.

Accompanied by Kivoi, Aldina also shared ACK’s “𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘰𝘵𝘴” calendars, highlighting the organization’s ongoing commitment to conservation education and community engagement. Such engagements play a key role in fostering awareness and inspiring both learners and educators.

ACK looks forward to strengthening this partnership and continuing to support the school community in the next term.

14/04/2026

𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐥
The return of the rains is more than a seasonal change; it’s a lifeline for wildlife and the landscapes they depend on. As water and greenery return, so does hope for cheetahs and their ecosystem. 💚

13/04/2026

Enrichment is key; even for our K9 team 🐾, puzzle feeders keep our dogs mentally stimulated, reduce stress, and encourage natural problem-solving skills, all while making mealtime more engaging. A happy, focused dog is a better conservation partner! 💚

Support our Canines
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/scatdogbirthday

10/04/2026

🐾 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝, 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 | 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Stay hydrated in style with this cheetah paw print water bottle;designed for those who carry a love for wildlife wherever they go. Made from durable stainless steel with copper insulation, it keeps your drinks at the perfect temperature, whether hot or cold.

With a wide opening for easy filling and a spill-resistant lid, it’s built for everyday adventures at work, in the field, or on the go. A perfect gift for animal lovers and anyone with a wild side!

💧 Every purchase helps support cheetah conservation and community efforts in Kenya.

👉 Get yours today: https://www.actionforcheetahs.org/product-page/water-bottle-with-cheetah-paw-prints-vacuum-insulated-copper-bottle-22oz

Carry the mission. Protect the wild.

09/04/2026

Throwback Thursday
The first Gr8Cheetah Census – 2006

As our field team (ACK and East African Wild Life Society) hit the roads of Kenya to conduct the first National Cheetah Survey we also launched a citizen science campaign for cheetah ID. We sent emails to tour companies, conservancies and researchers to ask for cheetah photos. Using manual cheetah ID, we recorded more than 200 individual cheetahs across the cheetah’s range.
In 2006, we visited Areas of Samburu, Isiolo, Meru, Laikipia, Marsabit, Kajiado, Narok, Garissa, and Taita Taveta. By the end of 2006, we had travelled more than 20,000 km! We gathered occurrence records from KWS, and had more than 1000 field data points to sort and process. We were on the road for more than 100 days.

We realized that our base in Nakuru would not support free ranging cheetahs again, and began making plans to shift our operations to Makueni, where the collared cheetah was still being monitored. In the middle of 2006, we shifted from our office base base in Nakuru to a rental property in Nairobi where we would be more central to the National Survey and to our field work in Makueni.

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