Ewaso Ng'iro

The Ewaso Ng'iro River is a Kenyan river that originates on the west slope of Mount Kenya and runs north, east, and eventually south-east, passing through Somalia before joining the Jubba River. The Ewaso Ng'iro River's upper basin covers 15,200 square kilometers.

The Ewaso Ng'iro River flows for 435 miles from its source in Mount Kenya, eventually joining the Jubba River in Somalia. Elephants, buffalo, rhinos, cheetahs, leopards, and zebras are among the animals that live along the river's banks. The Lewa Conservancy and the Samburu Game Reserve, both near Isiolo, were established to safeguard the endangered animals. However, the river has been harmed by the degradation of its catchment lands.

Droughts in recent years have taken their toll on the river's water supply. Proposed development projects have also sparked environmental worries about the river's ecosystem's long-term viability. The river has also become a focal point in tribal conflicts, particularly between populations in the Samburu and Isiolo regions.

Length: 435 miles