It was shocking, deeply shocking. — Judy Wakhungu

"The role of women in science continues to be increasingly important particularly in development and also in the advancement of the field. I believe that we as women have a distinct perspective in science. If you look at the role that weve played in the life sciences and also in the medical sciences we have been able to bring womens issues to bear look at the issue of water and sanitizing water women have taken a leadership in this particular room because in African communities in the Kenyan communities water is womans responsibility and weve been able to push for the fact that we need portable and cleaner water."

"I do not advocate any one philosophy or another, I’m no threat to any side, so everyone trusts me, as I trust them."

"We’re still reeling from losing these five elephants; it’s the worst incident for a long time. It’s my job to stop this menace, and I want to be there to show the government is committed to this, to boost the morale of the rangers, to help however we can."

"We were very clear about our sincerity… we wanted very high penalties, we wanted a real disincentive for the poachers."