THE VISION BEHIND NAITEMU
Naitemu Nature Promotion (NNP) is a Samburu-based community organization founded in 2020 under the leadership of Dr. Simeon Saimanga Lesrima. We empower pastoralist communities in Northern Kenya through sustainable livestock breeding and modern agricultural innovations. Our mission is to build socio-economic resilience for women and youth by enhancing food security and promoting community-led natural resource management.
Dr. Simeon Saimanga Lesrima
Founder and Executive Director
Dr. Simeon Saimanga Lesrima is a seasoned leader and development advocate with a distinguished career in government and environmental governance. A former Member of Parliament and Assistant Minister, he has championed policies to strengthen livelihoods in arid regions across Africa and internationally. Naitemu Nature Promotion reflects his lifelong commitment to creating sustainable opportunities for women and youth in Samburu County.
PROJECTED OUTCOMES ACROSS SAMBURU COUNTY
OUR TARGET IMPACT: OUR 4 YR VISION
1,000+
IMPROVED CATTLE
Strengthening Boran and Sahiwal livestock genetics to increase milk and meat productivity.
1,000+
DORPER SHEEP DISTRIBUTED
Supporting women’s groups through structured sheep breeding and income generation.
250
FODDER CULTIVATED ACRES
Maize, Super Napier, and Lucerne production to reduce drought-related feed shortages.
3OO+
WOMEN'S GROUP ENGAGED
Empowering women and youth through livestock, beekeeping, and enterprise training.