The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has called on Kenyans to visit national parks and reserves this Labour Day to recreate in a bid to honour workers and boost conservation of wildlife in the country.

In a Labour Day message posted on their X account on Friday, May 1, 2026, the KWS has noted that there is a dedicated team of men and women in various capacities: rangers, veterinarians, pilots, scientists, customer service personnel, security guards, finance officers, marketers and many others working tirelessly to protect wildlife and conserve Kenya’s natural heritage.

“Behind every protected species and conserved habitat is the dedication of hard-working men and women serving nature every day. Today, we honour the incredible commitment of the men and women who keep Kenya’s wild spaces alive: our rangers, veterinarians, pilots, customer service teams, security personnel, scientists, finance teams, marketers, and every KWS staff member working tirelessly to conserve Kenya’s wildlife heritage.

“This #LabourDay, we invite you to visit a KWS park near you. Your support helps us protect Kenya’s wildlife for generations to come,” KWS noted.

KWS has further said that conservation is a shared responsibility that requires collaboration and public involvement. It notes that all actions by the organisation play a vital role in conserving endangered species and ecosystems and ensuring the sustainability of Kenya’s wildlife and ecosystem.

The organisation has urged the public to use the public holiday to visit close national parks and reserves, noting that such visits not only provide enjoyment and recreation but also contribute to conservation through tourism revenue and awareness-raising.

The service has noted that national parks continue to play a vital role in Kenya’s tourism industry, driving economic growth, employment opportunities and community empowerment around parks and wildlife areas.

Safeguarding future generations

The revenue the agency has collected from park fees and other tourism activities is used to fund conservation efforts, infrastructure development, wildlife conservation initiatives, and outreach projects that support livelihoods around conservation areas.

The service has reiterated its dedication to the conservation of Kenya’s wildlife and ensuring future generations can enjoy the country’s natural heritage.

KWS has therefore appealed to Kenyans to celebrate Labour Day by engaging in outdoor activities in the parks, enjoying nature, and contributing to conservation efforts.

It has been added that spending Labour Day in Kenya’s national parks is a gesture of appreciation for workers while also contributing to the conservation of the nation’s natural assets for current and future generations.