LCA Showcases Laikipia’s Potential at KWCA Conservancies Investment Conference
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- Sep 1, 2025
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The Kenya Conservancies Investment Conference 2025, hosted in Nairobi by the Kenya Wildlife Conservancies Association (KWCA) under the theme “Unlocking Investments for Sustainable Conservation”, provided an important platform for showcasing opportunities in conservation-driven growth.
The conference built on the momentum of the Laikipia Economic and Investment Conference, where Laikipia’s unmatched potential was first presented to investors, partners, and stakeholders.
For us, Laikipia is more than a location; it is a living blueprint of what happens when nature, people, and enterprise work together.
Why Laikipia?
Laikipia is socially, ecologically and economically significant with an intersection of conservation, community, and commerce.
Supports pastoralism, tourism (eco-tourism,conference tourism, homestays) & agriculture.
Livestock Production – Quality Beef and Products, Shoats ( Dorper sheep & Goats)
Laikipia Position – At the Centre that connects Central and Northern Frontier, Surrounded by 7 Counties with an Economy bigger than Rwanda
Laikipia is a gateway to Northern Kenya, Southern Ethiopia , Sudan and other countries
Cool, temperate conditions year-round; low disease pressure for livestock & crops. Unique Sceneries: Sweeping savannahs, escarpments and valleys.
Natural Features - Mt. Kenya: (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Forests ( Mukogodo, Marmanet, Rumuruti ), Rivers ( Ewaso Narok & Ewaso Ngiro) and ranges ( Loldaiga & Mukogodo Hills)
Conservancies - More than 32 Conservancies spanning over 1 million acres of land
Scenic Environment – Environment still in its natural way, no congestion of vehicles
Authentic cultural experience - An opportunity for Impact Tourism and way of Life.
Laikipia is socially, ecologically and economically significant with an intersection of conservation, community, and commerce.
A Thriving Hub for Livelihoods
Agriculture & Livestock
World-class breeds like Boran, Dorper, and Sahiwal cattle.
An emerging hides & skins industry valued in the millions.
Over 23,000 acres of hay cultivation, with growing opportunities in meat processing and packaging.
A cool, year-round climate with low disease pressure, making Laikipia ideal for livestock and crop production.
Tourism
Welcomes 86,000+ visitors annually, generating Ksh 1.5 billion in revenues.
Projected 14% growth over the next three years.
Expanding into camel safaris, cultural tourism, camping, and conservation-led hospitality.
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