Wildebeest in my compound

I was surprised one morning to find wildebeest grazing on my compound in my home village in Mara region. Will it be considered illegal hunting if I kill it and enjoy its delicious meat? Kindly guide me.
PA, Mara

Your question is very interesting. Wildlife matters are governed by the Wildlife Conservation Act, Cap. 283 [R.E. 2023]. Under section 63(1) and 73 of this law, the only moment upon which a person is legally permitted to kill a wild animal is when he does so accidentally and when he is acting in immediate self-defense. When killing under self-defence, the law requires that a person should not be the reason for such aggressiveness from the wild animal. Killing a wild animal, without a licence, for any other reason apart from those mentioned under these sections will amount to an illegal hunting, which is an offence under this law as it contravenes section 40 and 55 of the Act. The fact that the wild animal is in your compound is not a sufficient justification for killing it. The best action you can take against such animal is to call the game officers or report the matter to the nearest police station as per section 69 of the Act, so they can assist. Other than this, the repercussions are quite stiff.