Who We Are
Save Beisa Oryx Community Trust (SBOC) is an Indigenous pastoralist-led conservation network focused on preserving the critically endangered Beisa Oryx, other threatened antelope species, and the dryland acacia forest catchments in Northern Kenya. Founded by Paul Edonga in 2021, SBOC is committed to protecting biodiversity while promoting social development, climate justice, and poverty eradication among pastoralist communities.
SBOC is the only African Indigenous Pastoralist-led Conservation Network, driven by a unique grassroots alliance of pastoralist youth, women, ambassadors, and volunteers. Our network operates on the principles of community engagement and collective action to achieve lasting environmental and social impact.
SBOC Profile
Africa’s Largest Indigenous Pastoralist-Led Conservation Network
At SBOC, we unite pastoralist youth, women, and local leaders in East Africa to preserve endangered species, particularly the critically threatened Beisa Oryx, while fostering climate resilience, gender equality, and social justice. Our mission is to protect biodiversity, empower Indigenous communities, and address poverty through innovative, community-driven conservation solutions.
With a network of 850 ambassadors, 15 Community wildlife Rangers, 15 Community Dryland forest Scouts, and 60 community volunteers and community leaders who support and coordinate the SBOC network in different executive, management, support and field work, we are the largest collective of grassroots Indigenous pastoralists actively engaged in conservation efforts across Northern Kenya.
What makes us different?
Our Mission & Vision.
Our Vision
To lead a global movement where Indigenous communities are at the forefront of conservation efforts, balancing biodiversity preservation with human rights and social development.
Our Mission
To protect endangered species and ecosystems, empower pastoralist communities, and promote sustainable development and climate resilience across Africa whilst building a world model of indigenous communities’ meaningful connectivity and collectivity in conservation and development: We are committed to promoting sustainable practices that benefit both wildlife and the community, ensuring a balanced and thriving ecosystem for future generations. Through education, research, and conservation initiatives, we strive to create a model of coexistence that serves as a beacon of hope for wildlife conservation and sustainable development.
SBOC Background
2021: SBOC was founded by Paul Edonga, following a project funded by the IUCN African Wildlife Initiative in Nakuprat-Gotu Community Conservancy, which focused on the conservation of the Beisa Oryx and livelihood empowerment for pastoralist communities.
2022: With the support of the Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN), SBOC expanded its conservation programs and became a formal Indigenous pastoralist-led conservation network.
2023: SBOC was incorporated as a Public Limited Company, with 60% ownership vested in Indigenous pastoralist communities across the Isiolo-Meru-Samburu conservation areas.
1000+ Animals saved
6+ years of service
5 Communities Supported
8+ Global partners
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