The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is investigating the deaths of 15 elephants recorded across the Amboseli ecosystem over the past month, with preliminary laboratory findings pointing to a possible toxic substance as the cause.
The deaths occurred between June 24 and July 24, 2026, in Amboseli National Park, Kimana Sanctuary and the Kuku Ranch area, which are part of the wider Amboseli ecosystem, which includes community and private conservancies.
Leaders from the area are calling for a speedy investigation. The incident comes amid an ownership dispute over the park between the Kajiado County government and KWS.
