1. Spray Toad Conservation

To prevent extinction and restore populations of the Kihansi Spray Toad (Nectophrynoides asperginis)

- Successful captive breeding programs established locally and internationally
- Reintroduction of the spray toad into Kihansi Gorge
- Population monitoring systems developed

Completed – Species reintroduced and ongoing monitoring in place

2. Habitat Restoration & Management

To restore and maintain the unique spray wetland habitat affected by hydropower diversion

- Installation of artificial spray systems to mimic natural conditions
- Rehabilitation of wetlands and vegetation
- Improved ecological conditions in the gorge

Completed – Habitat restored and functional

3. Environmental Flow Management

To ensure adequate water flow to sustain the ecosystem

- Established environmental flow regime
- Integration of environmental considerations into dam operations

Completed – Mechanism operational

4. Biodiversity Conservation

To protect other flora and fauna within the Kihansi ecosystem

- Baseline biodiversity assessments conducted
- Strengthened conservation measures for endemic and threatened species

Completed – Conservation measures institutionalized

5. Institutional Strengthening & Capacity Building

To enhance capacity of national institutions in environmental management

- Training of staff from National Environment Management Council (NEMC) and other stakeholders
- Strengthened environmental monitoring systems

Completed – Capacity improved and sustained

6. Community Awareness & Outreach

To raise awareness among local communities on environmental conservation

- Environmental education programs conducted
- Increased community participation in conservation activities

Completed – Awareness significantly improved

7. Monitoring & Evaluation

To track project implementation and ecological outcomes

- Established long-term monitoring framework
- Regular ecological and species monitoring reports produced

Completed – System in place and ongoing