Watershed and riparian areas of Mau Forest Complex in Kenya are experiencing increased
threats due to unsustainable land use activities geared towards economic growth amidst
growing population. This study was carried out to examine effects of land use activities on
riparian vegetation, soil and water quality along two major rivers (Chemosit and Kipsonoi) of
South West Mau Forest (SWMF). Land use activities adjacent to these rivers and biodiversity
disturbance on the riparian zone were identified and underpinned to changes on Total …