Rabid donkey shot dead after killing sheep, attacking residents in Kericho

Police in Londiani, Kericho County, fatally shot a rabid donkey that attacked and killed a sheep, then threatened residents in Miti Tatu area on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The distressed animal was reported by a local resident around noon. Upon arrival, officers identified the donkey as a rabies risk and neutralized it with a single shot from a G3 rifle, ensuring the public's safety.

A crowd had gathered before the animal approached, causing minor commotion. The deceased donkey was promptly buried according to veterinary protocols. The Kenyan police determined the donkey's aggressive behavior matched symptoms of rabies infection, justifying the lethal intervention. Meanwhile, in Mwonjeru village, Meru County, a 60-year-old man named George Mbae was killed by a stray elephant while searching for pasture for his goats.

Police arrived at the scene, documented the event, and transported Mbae's body to Nyambene Morgue for further examination. The family has been advised to seek compensation. Kenya has been working to mitigate human-wildlife conflict through public awareness campaigns. President William Ruto launched the third phase of the Human–Wildlife Conflict Compensation Programme in May 2025, featuring the Wildlife Conservation Card.

The card, co-developed with KCB Bank, donates funds from transactions to wildlife conservation. The initiative aims to foster coexistence between people and wildlife through fencing, community-led tourism, and conservation efforts.