The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is taking center stage at the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026), currently unfolding in Nairobi and Konza Technopolis. Running until March 6, the five-day forum is spotlighting cutting-edge technologies that are helping protect wildlife and manage ecosystems across Kenya.

The event, themed “Technology in Service of Nature: Protecting Wildlife, Supporting People, Restoring Ecosystems,” brings together conservationists, technologists, researchers, policymakers, community leaders, and youth from across Africa and throughout the world. The program includes workshops, exhibitions, and live drone and sensor demonstrations, with datasets and project results shared openly to advance global wildlife conservation efforts.

Building on its extensive knowledge of Kenya’s ecosystems and wildlife priorities, KWS is showcasing technology for wildlife monitoring, anti-poaching, and habitat protection, while engaging participants in discussions on scalable, ethical, and community-focused conservation solutions.

Special sessions spotlight youth and women in conservation, emphasizing opportunities to empower the next generation of wildlife leaders. The forum also reflects Kenya’s commitment to science-driven, forward-thinking strategies that strengthen conservation efforts nationwide.

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is the government agency mandated to safeguard and conserve the country’s wildlife. From protecting national parks and enforcing wildlife laws to advancing research and partnering with local communities, KWS plays a vital role in fostering peaceful coexistence between people and wildlife across Kenya.

The Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026) is a non-profit, Africa-anchored event bringing together conservationists, technologists, policymakers, researchers, community leaders, and youth for workshops, exhibitions, and live technology demonstrations focused on wildlife protection and ecosystem health.

This year’s forum coincided with World Wildlife Day on March 3, underscoring the growing focus on how innovation, technology, and collaboration can help strengthen conservation efforts in Kenya and around the world.