Who We Are?
Our Story
The Kakamega Forest Heritage Foundation (KFHF) was established in 2015 to protect and restore Kakamega Forest—Kenya’s last remnant of the vast Guinea-Congo Basin rainforest. This forest, once part of an ecosystem that spanned from Cameroon to Kenya, is under threat from deforestation and encroachment, endangering its rich biodiversity and the livelihoods it sustains.
KFHF unites Friends of the Kakamega Forest Ecosystem to collaborate with governmental and non-governmental organizations, working to preserve the forest’s unique biodiversity, including endangered primates, rare bird species, and hardwood trees like the Elgon Teak. We believe in a holistic approach that values the forest as both an ecological treasure and a source of cultural and economic support for surrounding communities.
Through our tree planting, wildlife protection, and community-driven programs, we empower locals to become stewards of the forest. By involving them in conservation decisions, we foster sustainable practices that benefit both people and nature. Our vision is a thriving forest that provides clean air, fresh water, and a stable climate for future generations, ensuring that Kakamega Forest remains a source of life, culture, and prosperity.
Our Mission
Our mission is to preserve, protect, and restore Kakamega Forest while promoting sustainable livelihoods for the people who live in and around this vital ecosystem. We believe in community-led conservation, education, and partnership to ensure that this irreplaceable habitat endures for generations.
Our Vision
We envision a thriving Kakamega Forest, rich in biodiversity and sustainable resources, supporting the people and communities that rely on it. Through conservation and community empowerment, we aim to preserve this invaluable ecosystem for future generations.
Our Mission
Our mission is to preserve, protect, and restore Kakamega Forest while promoting sustainable livelihoods for the people who live in and around this vital ecosystem. We believe in community-led conservation, education, and partnership to ensure that this irreplaceable habitat endures for generations.
Our Vision
We envision a thriving Kakamega Forest, rich in biodiversity and sustainable resources, supporting the people and communities that rely on it. Through conservation and community empowerment, we aim to preserve this invaluable ecosystem for future generations.
Our Amazing Partners
Meet The Board
The Kakamega Forest Heritage Foundation is guided by a dedicated and diverse board of professionals with expertise spanning healthcare, conservation, law, research, and community leadership. Each board member brings a wealth of experience and a shared passion for preserving the Kakamega Forest and empowering its surrounding communities. Their collective commitment drives our mission to safeguard this vital ecosystem while fostering sustainable development and education.
Dr. Johnson L. Murila
Board Chair | Co-Founder
Prof. Miriam Were
Board Member | Co-Founder
Dr. Fred Ojiambo
Board Member | Co-Founder
Dr. Beatrice Khayota
Board Member
Mr. Michael Sullivan K.C. O.G.W
Board Member
Mr. George Murila
CEO
Champion the Future of Kakamega Forest
Join us in preserving Kenya’s last tropical rainforest for future generations.
Your sponsorship can be a catalyst for meaningful change in preserving the Kakamega Forest. As a sponsor, you’ll support reforestation, wildlife protection, and community programs that sustain both the forest and the people who depend on it. Partner with us to leave a legacy of conservation, cultural heritage, and ecological resilience. Your sponsorship can be a catalyst for meaningful change in preserving the Kakamega Forest. As a sponsor, you’ll support reforestation, wildlife protection, and community programs that sustain both the forest and the people who depend on it. Partner with us to leave a legacy of conservation, cultural heritage, and ecological resilience. Join us as a sponsor today and help secure a thriving future for Kakamega Forest!