Lioness Caught on CCTV Entering Residence in Rongai

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• Residents of Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, were alarmed when CCTV footage captured a lioness entering a house after scaling a perimeter wall, sparking fears in the community.

• The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) was called upon to intervene and safely capture the lioness, amidst concerns of increased human-wildlife encounters, as heavy rains displaced wildlife across the country.

Residents of Ongata Rongai in Kajiado County found themselves in a state of fear when CCTV footage captured a lioness scaling a perimeter wall and entering a house during the night. 

The incident, which occurred around 9pm, showed the lioness prowling the neighborhood before leaping onto the wall and into the compound.

Moments later, the lioness was recorded emerging from the house with a black dog clenched in its jaws.

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After a brief stroll, the lioness disappeared into the darkness. Concerned residents shared their experiences, noting a rise in the disappearance of dogs during the night, with evidence suggesting that lionesses from the nearby national park in Rongai were behind these incidents.

The nearly two-minute video quickly spread across social media on Wednesday, May 22, prompting calls from Kenyans for the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to intervene and safely capture the wild animal, returning it to its natural habitat in the national park. 

Additionally, residents of neighboring areas were urged to exercise caution, especially at night, to avoid potential encounters with lions.

This occurrence follows a recent alert issued by KWS regarding lions roaming in Lang'ata Constituency, which is close to Rongai. 

On May 16, KWS advised residents to remain vigilant and report any sightings of wild animals to the agency through the provided contact details, including the official KWS website.

In response to the alert, KWS acknowledged the displacement of wildlife, largely attributed to heavy rains across the country. 

Such displacement increases the likelihood of unexpected human-wildlife encounters, potentially leading to conflicts.

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"As a precautionary measure, KWS advises the public to limit outdoor activities in these areas, particularly after sunset. Ensuring the safety of people and promoting coexistence with wildlife remains our top priority," stated KWS.

In addition to lions, Kenyans have also encountered hyenas causing havoc in Thika, Kiambu County, underscoring the importance of awareness and precautionary measures in areas where human-wildlife interactions are prevalent.