The Role of Indigenous Monitoring Knowledge in Sustainable Rangeland Conservation: A Study of Naboisho Conservancy, Kenya

This research examines the role of Indigenous Monitoring Knowledge in supporting sustainable rangeland conservation within Naboisho Conservancy, Kenya. Using a qualitative descriptive case study approach, the study documents Maasai ecological monitoring practices, decision-making systems, and knowledge transmission related to grazing and environmental management. Data collection methods include semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and participant observation involving Maasai elders, experienced herders, and conservancy stakeholders. The study situates Indigenous knowledge within broader socio-ecological and conservation governance frameworks, highlighting its relevance to sustainable rangeland management, community participation, and conservation outcomes. Findings aim to contribute to policy, academic understanding, and practical integration of Indigenous knowledge in conservation systems.