WATER LILYThe lake derives its name from the water lily, which is locally known as Norok. But the continued encroachment by communities living in the reserve threatens to kill the fragile lake. Noreb chief executive Dominic Biwott said the pact will ensure the region reverses the ravages of climate change and communities live harmoniously. He told residents to avoid encroaching on water bodies like Lake Kamnarok, and cultivating along rivers, which is harmful to the area’s water sources. The Baringo County government has partnered with Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and allocated Sh10 million towards desilting Lake Kamnarok.

Source: Daily Nation October 23, 2019 03:56 UTC