Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) personnel captured a nine-month-old hyena using a predator trap as the animals continue to wreak havoc in Magomano Location in Juja Sub-County.

Residents have complained about injuries and even deaths caused by the animals.

An operation dubbed 'Ondoa Fisi' was initiated in November last year to combat the menace in Juja, but people claimed that it had not yielded results.

PHOTO | COURTESY A pack of Hyenas

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However, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) educated Kenyans on how to act during a hyena encounter.

First, KWS advised against running since it would invite a predator's pursuit. Second, they reminded people not to lie down or seem to sleep in order not to pique the animal's interest.

Furthermore, in the event of a hyena attack, Kenyans have been advised to "remain calm," "show no fear," and "talk to the hyena."

Kenyans were taught to make loud, angry noises to mimic an assault, stand their ground, and walk away while confronting the animal.

PHOTO | COURTESY Hyena 


Most people who read the handbook could not fully comprehend how to act truly, considering that at some point, one is advised to remain calm while acting violently as if poised to strike.