Who We Are
Friends of Lake Olbolossat Foundation (FLOBF) is a community-based environmental conservation organisation dedicated to protecting and restoring Lake Olbolossat and the wider Aberdare ecosystem in Nyandarua County, Kenya.
Founded in 2009 and registered as a Non-Governmental Organisation in 2011, FLOBF works with communities, schools, churches, farmers, government institutions, and conservation partners to promote environmental restoration and sustainable livelihoods.
Our work is built on the belief that conservation succeeds when communities are empowered to become active guardians of their environment.
Our Journey
Foundation Established
FLOBF began as a community initiative committed to protecting Lake Olbolossat and restoring its surrounding environment.
NGO Registration
The organisation was officially registered as an NGO, enabling stronger partnerships and wider conservation programmes.
Years of Conservation
Continued collaboration with communities to restore landscapes and create lasting environmental impact.
Our Vision
A healthy and resilient Lake Olbolossat ecosystem where communities, biodiversity, and natural resources thrive together for generations to come.
Our Mission
To empower communities to conserve, restore, and sustainably manage the Lake Olbolossat and Aberdare ecosystem through environmental action, partnerships, and sustainable livelihoods.
Our Board of Directors & Management Team
Captain Michael Mwangi
Chairman
Major (Rtd) Solomon Nyanjui
Finance Director
Mr. John Wanjohi
Administration Director
Benard Macharia
Coordinator
Shujaa Ruth Gathura
Liaison & Partnerships
Catherine Nderi
Programme Assistant
Community at the Heart of Conservation
FLOBF believes that protecting Lake Olbolossat requires collaboration. By working alongside local communities, schools, churches, farmers, and conservation partners, we create solutions that protect nature while improving livelihoods.