Saving Thousands of Elephants
Emergency water deliveries to Tsavo West National Park during severe drought helped sustain more than 2,000 elephants when natural sources ran critically low.
# Bringing Water. Keeping Tsavo’s Wildlife Alive. Protecting Communities.
Jack ~ The Elephant Man of Tsavo
For over six years, Jackson Nyange has brought water, built water pans and partnered with communities to help wildlife survive Tsavo’s harsh dry seasons.
Welcome to Our Mission
Every drop of water saves a life
Every waterhole reduces conflict. Every supporter becomes part of conservation.
The Elephant Man of Tsavo is more than a conservation project. It is a movement dedicated to protecting Africa's iconic wildlife while improving access to clean water for surrounding communities.
6+
Years of Conservation
10,000L
Delivered Per Water Trip
MEET JACKSON NYANGE — "THE ELEPHANT MAN OF TSAVO"
A ranger who refused to watch
Jackson Nyange is a Kenyan wildlife conservationist from Kajire Village in Taita Taveta County. Growing up beside the Tsavo ecosystem gave him a deep appreciation for wildlife from an early age — a passion that began in his primary school Wildlife Club.
His commitment grew stronger after becoming a wildlife ranger in 2018. During severe droughts he witnessed elephants, giraffes and other wildlife walking many kilometres in search of water, entering villages where they destroyed crops and endangered lives.
Instead of watching the problem continue, Jackson decided to act.
Childhood
Joins the school Wildlife Club near Tsavo.
2018
Becomes a wildlife ranger and witnesses drought first-hand.
2019
Begins delivering water to wildlife by bowser truck.
Today
Water pans, community supply and six planned boreholes.
Our Mission
To provide reliable access to water for wildlife within the Tsavo ecosystem, reducing human-wildlife conflict while supporting neighbouring communities with clean water.
A Future Where Water Brings Peace
- Drill four permanent boreholes for wildlife.
- Drill two community boreholes.
- Reduce human-wildlife conflict across the Tsavo ecosystem.
- Create year-round permanent water sources.
- Inspire communities to become active partners in conservation.
Our Impact
Conservation in numbers
6+
Years of Conservation
10,000L
Delivered Per Water Trip
5
Wildlife Water Points
2,000+
Elephants Assisted
Current Project
Six Boreholes for Life
Six permanent boreholes that will transform wildlife conservation and community resilience in Tsavo: four dedicated to wildlife, two serving surrounding communities.
Why water matters
Every dry season:
- Rivers disappear and waterholes dry up.
- Wildlife walks for many kilometres.
- Human-wildlife conflict increases.
- Animals become weak and vulnerable.
“Water changes everything. By bringing water closer to wildlife, we help animals remain inside protected areas where they belong.”
Moments that changed lives
Lumo Conservancy
While delivering water to Lumo Conservancy, Jackson watched hundreds of elephants wait patiently around newly supplied water — proof that one delivery saves countless lives.
Supporting Communities
Deliveries have reached Mwanangao Mixed Secondary School, Grace Orphanage in Mwatate, villages around Kajire and communities across the Tsavo ecosystem.
PARTNERS
We work alongside
Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS)
Lumo Conservancy
Mgeno Ranch
Mbulia Conservancy
Ngutuni Lodge
Local Communities
We welcome partnerships with conservation NGOs, wildlife trusts, corporate sponsors, researchers, universities, tourism partners and donors worldwide.
Discuss a partnership
Voices Behind The Mission
People who believe in the mission.
Jackson’s work is sustained not only by resources, but by people who believe that compassion can make a difference.
Supporter · Conservation
Supporter
James Gilligan
“In the dry expanse of Tsavo, Kenya, Jackson is a lifeline for wildlife facing the brutal reality of severe drought. Natural water sources frequently dry up completely, leaving elephants and other vulnerable animals stranded without a drop to drink. Operating purely out of compassion, Jackson works tirelessly to deliver water directly to these desperate creatures. While resources are tight— leaving him lucky if he can manage three trips a week—each run brings critical relief to a landscape in dire need. What makes Jackson's mission so impactful is just how far a little support can go: for just $130 USD, he can haul 10,000 liters of water, which is enough to completely fill a parched watering hole and sustain countless animals. Jackson personally handles the logistics, coordinating everything from fuel and water supplies to hiring a driver and security team. Every single delivery is a monumental effort, offering immediate survival to Tsavo’s wildlife and proving how dedicated human action can turn the tide for animals suffering in the harshest seasons.
Supporter
Rene Cole
“I have known Jackson Nyange for some time now. He is the most dedicated person I ever know. He is very professional, and his care for wildlife and his community is undeniable. I will proudly support anything that he is implicated in.”
Real voices. Real commitment. Real impact.
Tsavo · Kenya
FAQ
Questions, answered by Jackson
Because I have dedicated my life to delivering water to elephants and other wildlife across the Tsavo ecosystem.
During prolonged droughts, natural rivers and waterholes dry up. Emergency water deliveries help wildlife survive until the rains return.
Providing water inside protected areas reduces the need for wildlife to leave the park in search of water, minimising encounters with nearby communities.
You can donate, sponsor a water delivery, fund a borehole, volunteer, or share our mission with others.