Armed poachers kill two KWS rangers in Kenya (2)

The latest killings bring to six the number of KWS rangers who have been killed by poachers since December 2011.

To enhance round-the-lock security at the national parks, the government has announced plans to deploy 1,000 more rangers to beef up wildlife security efforts to curb rising incidents of poaching across the East African nation.

The deployment of more rangers by the KWS will help in scaling up efforts to salvage the remaining elephants in Kenya, 137 elephants and 47 rhino having been killed since January as the country continues to experience an upsurge of poaching.

The wildlife agency says it has also enhanced the round-the- clock surveillance at all Kenya's entry exit and entry points while sniffer dogs and their handlers have proved incorruptible and have once again outsmarted the smugglers.

According to KWS statistics, over 50 rangers have so far been killed in the line of duty. On December 16 every year, KWS sets aside this day to collectively honour those who paid the ultimate price in their line of duty.

In 2011, a ranger statue was erected near the main gate of the KWS headquarters to remember, honour and celebrate the serving heroes for their commitment to the management and protection of Kenya's precious wildlife.

The statue symbolizes the efforts, courage and sacrifices of our rangers spread across the country.

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