The report, titled Theft and Illegal Trade in Donkey Skins and Related Products in Kenya, is the first comprehensive national study examining the scale, drivers and impacts of donkey theft and the illicit trade in donkey skins. According to the NCRC, the findings expose the complex nature of the illegal trade, including the involvement of organised criminal actors, sophisticated supply chain networks and the growing threat posed by transnational organised crime. The report comes at a time when Kenya is intensifying efforts to curb illegal donkey slaughter and trafficking following the government’s ban on commercial donkey slaughter for skin production. “Our research shows that the illegal donkey skin trade is driven by strong international demand and enabled by weaknesses in enforcement. The report is expected to inform future policy interventions and strengthen collaboration among government agencies, law enforcement bodies, animal welfare organisations and regional partners in tackling the illegal donkey skin trade.