Listed as Least Concern in view of its wide distribution, presumed large population, it probably occurs in a number of protected areas, likely has a tolerance of a degree of habitat modification, and because it is unlikely to be declining fast enough to qualify for listing in a more threatened category.

This species is widespread in West Africa, Central Africa and East Africa. It ranges from Senegal and southern Mauritania in the west, through the savanna areas of West Africa, and northern Central Africa, to Sudan, Eritrea and Ethiopia, from here it ranges south into East Africa, ranging as far south as Malawi and southern Zambia, with possible records from northern Mozambique.

It is a fairly common species.

This seemingly little known, but widespread, species inhabits savanna and grassy areas with light undergrowth. Animals form nests in rock crevices, in hollow trees and similar habitats.

There are no major threats to this species as a whole.

It is used for medical purpose.

In view of the species wide range, it is presumably found within some protected areas. No direct conservation measures are currently needed for this species as a whole.