The Tourism Fund in collaboration with Nakuru County Government will offer training to small businesses in the hospitality sector to boost their knowledge in the industry. This is aimed at promoting tourism in the County starting from the bottom up and sensitizing them on the benefits they can derive from the Fund. Speaking while he […]
Written by Nancy Kihara The Department of Roads, Transport and Public works have begun the assessment of roads in Barut Ward in Nakuru Town West Sub-county to enhance connectivity and accessibility for residents. The move is in line with Governor Susan Kihika’s development agenda to provide durable roads across the county by developing innovative methods […]
Written by Jeremy Ogolla The County today has led a procession to mark the inauguration of a week-long cultural event that will create a platform for cultural exhibitions at Nyayo Gardens. The 12th edition cultural event organized by the County Government of Nakuru in conjunction with Egerton university and other stakeholders saw student participants drawn […]
Written by Elmad Ogara Nakuru County is targeting to plant at least 10 million tree seedlings across the County in collaboration with the Kenya Forest Service (KFS). This is to boost the county’s forest cover to the nationally-agreed standards, promote environmental conservation, and mitigate the effects of climate change in line with Governor Susan Kihika’s […]
Written by Mercy Kihugu The lack of affordable sanitary products for girls from poor families keeps them at a disadvantage in terms of accessing education due to absenteeism from school, especially during menses. Access to sanitary towels especially for school-going girls is among H.E Susan Kihika’s agenda geared towards keeping them in school and improving […]
At least 30 Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) in Nakuru County have been trained on the impact of community cancer awareness programmes on knowledge of cancer risk factors, symptoms, screening, and barriers to seeking help. The training done by the Department of Health Services seeks to equip CHVs with knowledge on cancer prevention, early detection, and […]
Written by Ruth Magak The County Government of Nakuru is set to roll out a data quality audit in the health department aimed at improving service delivery and planning at primary levels. The move is aimed at ensuring the data reported to the Kenya Health Information System (KHIS) is accurate. Chief Officer for Public Health […]
The County Government is set to sensitize small-scale traders on basic and business financial literacy in a move geared towards empowering them on how to wisely use finances, especially loans which are set to expand their business value chains and uplift their living standards. This comes even as the County administration under the leadership of […]
The much-awaited Nakuru City Cultural festival is finally here. The festival which is a joint venture between the Nakuru City management and Egerton University will take place from March 20 to March 25 in Nakuru City. The event will bring together residents from different cultures, organizations, individuals, and artists among others to showcase a blend […]
Written by Ruth Magak Persons with Disability (PWDs) in Nakuru have received 160 mobility devices including wheelchairs and crutches from the County Government, in partnership with Lions Club Nakuru which will help them move with ease. Speaking during the launch of the equipment at Lions Gardens, Nakuru Deputy Governor David Kones said the County is […]