The MP warned that devolving control of national parks could lead to mismanagement, reduce accountability, and harm the value of Kenya’s protected areas.
Kaluma argued that public resources meant for national parks could be diverted if counties manage them.
He also called for the return of Ruma National Park to Homa Bay County, highlighting ongoing concerns about local park management.
The handover of Amboseli National Park was officially announced on November 8, 2025.
Under the new arrangement, Kajiado County will oversee daily operations, tourism management, and revenue collection.
However, national institutions such as the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), the Wildlife Research and Training Institute, and the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife will continue to provide oversight.
Amboseli National Park, covering about 392 square kilometers at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, is one of Kenya’s most visited parks. It was gazetted in 1974 and became a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1991.
The Maasai community, traditionally living around the park, has long disputed the management of the area due to cultural and ancestral ties.
The decision to hand over the park followed years of negotiations and petitions. The Maasai have historically used the land for grazing and cultural practices, but access was limited after the park was established.
The new arrangement aims to allow the local community to benefit from tourism revenue and development programs while maintaining conservation standards with technical support from the national government.
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