Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu has hailed the official recognition of the Maasai Mara National Reserve by the World Book of Records, UK as a moment of national pride and global conservation significance. The reserve has been certified under the title of “World’s Greatest Annual Terrestrial Wildlife Migration” — a nod to the breathtaking seasonal movement of over 1.5 million wildebeests, zebras, and antelopes across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem.

Governor Ntutu noted that this milestone comes just two and a half years after his administration launched an ambitious initiative to revamp the Maasai Mara, with a focus on sustainability and ecological preservation. “We sought to enhance and protect one of Kenya’s most treasured natural assets,” he remarked, citing interventions such as the implementation of a comprehensive management plan, capacity building for rangers, internal road construction, and tech-driven conservation strategies.

Beyond the spectacle of migration, the Maasai Mara is also home to more than 25% of Kenya’s biodiversity, underlining its critical role in regional and global ecological balance. Governor Ntutu emphasized the importance of Kenya’s stewardship in safeguarding the continuity of this vital migration, especially as herds depend on the Mara for mating and grazing.

“This recognition is not just an achievement for Narok County — it’s a triumph for Kenya, our conservation partners, and all who hold the Mara dear. We invite the world to come and witness this miracle of nature,” said the governor.

The World Book of Records will present the official certification at a ceremony in the Maasai Mara on a date yet to be announced.