October 17, 2025 / Kenyan Hero /
Richard Turere
Richard Turere — also known as Lionboy — is best known for his creation of the “Lion Lights” system, a simple yet ingenious invention that has had a profound impact on wildlife conservation and human-wildlife conflict resolution. Turere grew up as a Maasai herder responsible for protecting his family's cattle from lions and other predators. At just 11 years old, he observed that lions would be deterred by moving lights, inspiring him to develop a solution that would keep lions away from livestock without harming them. Read Turere's Story
| Birthplace | Known for | |
|---|---|---|
| Kajiado, Kenya | Being Kenya’s youngest patented inventor. His Lion Lights are used in 1000+ farms against big cats in Kenya, Argentina, and India. |
