Written by Annette Njoroge and Elizabeth Wanjiku Over 500 traders in Kihingo Ward, Njoro Subcounty, are set to benefit from the on-going construction of a Modern Market, which is part of the Economic Stimulus Project (ESP), a joint initiative between the National and County Governments. The 52-million-shilling facility promises to significantly improve working conditions for […]
Written by Annette Njoroge Nakuru County Government launched the electronic Development Application System (e-DAMS) to control development through fast-tracking construction permits during the 2023-2024 financial year. Chief Officer for Lands and Physical Planning Ms Stella Mwaura held a consultative meeting with Departmental Planners to refine the system for its adaptability through critically interrogating and evaluating […]
Written by Annette Njoroge The County Government of Nakuru, through the Department of Lands and Urban Development, is collaborating with FSD-Kenya to develop the Land Information Management System (LIMS), which will support Nakuru’s ambition of becoming a well-planned County, promote sustainable development, and upgrade living standards for its citizens. In an inception meeting, officiated by […]
Written by Hillary Fletcher The 2024 chapter of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) under the theme “Unite to End Violence against Women” has had a significant impact in Nakuru County. The campaign toured Nakuru Town West, Nakuru Town East, Naivasha, Gilgil, Subukia, Molo, Rongai, Njoro, Bahati, and Kuresoi North, focusing on […]
BY Nabwire Naholi The City Management led by City Manager Mr Gitau Thabanja hosted 126 students and two lecturers from Laikipia University’s Department of Earth Sciences for a one-day benchmark visit. The visit provided students with insights into Nakuru’s urbanization journey covering its history planning and structure. Discussions highlighted key challenges in the transport systems, […]
Written by Jeremy Ogolla Nakuru County is among the top dominance in revenue generation among the 47 devolved government units, according to the recently released first quarterly report by the National Treasury for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. According to the report, Nakuru has collected close to 700 million Kenya Shillings of Own Source Revenue((OSR), during […]
Written By James M Alumera Residents of Lare Ward in Njoro Sub-county are set to benefit from clean and safe drinking water following the completion of a water kiosk and the installation of a 10,000-liter water tank at the Kasarani Playing field. The project was officially handed over to the county government today by the […]
Written by James Munyua Mauke Cooperative Warehouse in Mauche ward, Njoro Sub-County has received certification to operate a Warehouse Receipt System (WRS), making it the first farmer-owned certified warehouse in Kenya. The WRS will be operated by Hello Tractor, which will maintain the quality and quantity of stored commodities in accordance with the warehouse receipt […]
Written by James M Alumera The 11th Edition of the Kenya Inter-Counties Sports and Cultural Association (KICOSCA) 2024 games came to a close on Saturday at the Mumias Complex Sports Stadium. West Pokot was crowned champions in the football finals after a decisive 2-0 victory over Nairobi County. Nakuru County had an exceptional outing, securing […]
Written By James M Alumera The Nakuru County Government is confident of major sporting success as it sends off a strong team to compete in the 11th Edition of the Kenya Inter-Counties Sports and Cultural Association (KICOSCA) games, set for November 23 – 30, 2024, in Kakamega County. With 165 participants ready to showcase their […]