Her Majesty Queen Camilla recently visited Brooke’s East Africa programme, to learn how the charity is promoting equine welfare in the region, as part of her State Visit to Kenya,
In Kenya, donkeys are primarily relied upon for the transport of water, firewood, produce, and commercial goods, as well as working in extractive industries in extremely challenging conditions. Many of these equines are affected by poor welfare, so Brooke East Africa was set up in 2013 to improve conditions for the animals and their communities.
Queen Camilla meets with children who are members of school Donkey Care Clubs. Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage
During her visit, the Queen learnt about Brooke’s work with farriers and harness makers to ensure better welfare for animals. Her Majesty was also introduced to a Donkey Care Club, where local children are taught how to look after their donkeys, and a project in partnership with the Kenya Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (KSPCA).
Queen Camilla observes an ongoing clinic session with two vets, a farrier and handlers. Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage
Queen Camilla, who has been President of Brooke since 2006, has travelled the world to see Brooke’s work in places such as Egypt, Pakistan and India.
Community members present Queen Camilla with a shuka. Credit: Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage
“We are honoured to have Her Majesty visit Brooke’s work in Kenya,” said Chief Executive of Brooke, Chris Wainwright. “Her love and passion for equines is well known, and her commitment to promoting the welfare of working equids is an inspiration for everyone in the Brooke family, wherever they work in the world. Such visits help us to showcase the immense contribution that working horses, donkeys and mules make to some of the poorest communities in the world.”
Queen Camilla is presented with a painting as she meets with children who are members of school Donkey Care Clubs. Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage
Lead image: Queen Camilla feeds a Donkey during a clinic session. Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage
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