For many people in rural Kenya, cattle are central to their traditional way of life. Maasai keep cattle to earn a living and support their families. Cattle also play an important role in social status.

Kenya at a glance

Population: 54.03 million

Area: 582,646 square km

Location: East Africa

Capital city: Nairobi

Number of working animals treated in 2024: 8,191

Our work in Kenya

We work with the University of Nairobi, in Kenya, to improve the lives of thousands of working animals and cattle every year. Our clinical skills centre gives vet students the opportunity to learn valuable skills which benefit working animals and are relevant to all areas of clinical practice.