GEF Phase 7
Our Projects
Conservation, sustainable livelihoods, and climate resilience across three critical ecosystems.
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Strategic Outcomes
01
Biodiversity
Conservation in landscapes & seascapes
02
Land Management
Agro-ecological practices
03
Livelihoods
Climate-adaptive enterprises
04
Governance
Participatory decision-making
05
Knowledge
Documented and shared
Project Database
4 projects found
ICCA-GSI Programme
A multi-partnership initiative funded by the Government of Germany, improving the recognition and effectiveness of Indigenous and Community Conserved Areas for biodiversity conservation, sustainable livelihoods, and resilience to climate change. 12 projects across six thematic areas in Kenya.
Lake BogoriaLake Bogoria Ecosystem
Part of the Kenya Lake System World Heritage Site, Lake Bogoria is a biodiversity hotspot with over 370 recorded bird species across six main vegetation zones. The alkaline waters rich in blue-green algae sustain large populations of flamingos.
SICASamburu-Isiolo Conservation Area (SICA)
SICA covers a unique 525 km² ecosystem including the Samburu, Buffalo Springs, and Shaba National Reserves. These reserves support rare species such as the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, and Somali ostrich, alongside elephants, lions, and cheetahs. The ecosystem hosts over 450 bird species.
Shimoni-VangaShimoni-Vanga Seascape
A vital area of ecological and economic importance featuring coral reefs, mangroves, and diverse marine life. The fringing reef supports artisanal fisheries sustaining over 10,000 fishers and indirectly supporting around 60,000 people.
SICA Conservation Area
Site 1 • Northern Kenya
SICA Conservation Area
525 km² ecosystem including Samburu, Buffalo Springs, and Shaba National Reserves. Home to reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, and 450+ bird species.
Area
525 km²
Birds
450+
Reserves
3
Lake Bogoria Ecosystem
Site 2 • Rift Valley
Lake Bogoria Ecosystem
UNESCO World Heritage Site with 370+ bird species. Alkaline waters sustain massive flamingo populations. Focus on catchment rehabilitation and community bioenterprises.
Coverage
32,000 ha
Birds
370+
Status
UNESCO
Shimoni-Vanga Seascape
Site 3 • Southern Coast
Shimoni-Vanga Seascape
Coral reefs, mangroves, and diverse marine invertebrates, essential for artisanal fisheries that sustain over 10,000 fishers and indirectly support around 60,000 people. Under GEF 7, SGP supports BMUs to deepen leadership, governance, and social inclusion through hands-on mentorship, good governance policies, gender equality, and community engagement.
Fishers
10,000+
Supported
60,000
Focus
BMUs
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