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Impact of Human Activities on Conservation of Lake Kamnarok Game Reserve, Baringo County, Kenya

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  • Timothy Kipkemei

    (School of Natural Resources, Department of Wildlife, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

  • Prof. Hellen Ipara

    (School of Natural Resources, Department of Wildlife, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

  • Dr. Joseph Koskey

    (School of Natural Resources, Department of Wildlife, University of Eldoret, Kenya)

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of human activities on the conservation status of Lake Kamnarok Game Reserve in Baringo County, Kenya. The main objectives were to identify the major human activities affecting the lake’s ecosystem and evaluate the effectiveness of mitigation strategies. A cross-sectional research design was employed, and a sample of 323 respondents was selected using both stratified random sampling for community members and purposive sampling for key informants. Data were collected through structured interviews, questionnaires, direct field observation, and photography. Analysis was conducted using SPSS, applying both descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings were presented in tables and figures.

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  • Timothy Kipkemei & Prof. Hellen Ipara & Dr. Joseph Koskey, 2025. "Impact of Human Activities on Conservation of Lake Kamnarok Game Reserve, Baringo County, Kenya," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(8), pages 3381-3383, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-8:p:3381-3383
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