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 […]
The Government of Ireland is working with the Kenya Agriculture and Livestock Research Organization to train farmers in Nakuru County to increase food production. Visiting Ireland State Minister for Agriculture Pippa Hacket said they were supporting research work and outreach activities by KALRO to benefit farmers and livestock farmers in Nakuru County. “We are supporting […]
Written by Mercy Kihugu Nakuru County is on track to implementing the Dairy Kenya Ireland project aimed at raising productivity and help in improving the county’s food security. The adoption of new husbandry methods and technology is expected to go a long way in improving the country’s dairy and beef sectors in line with H.E […]
Written by Ruth Magak The Rhein Valley Hospital, a primary care hospital in Gilgil Sub-county, may soon be reopened under the management of the County Government of Nakuru. The community recently held a public participation meeting to discuss the legal framework required to make this happen. The hospital, which was built by a donor from […]
Written by Ruth Magak In 2021, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) initiated a five-year partnership with the Nakuru County Health Department to improve access to quality health services in the region. The partnership, known as Tujenge Jamii- UTJ, has since been making significant progress in enhancing healthcare in the county. The project […]
Written by Roy Lumbe Nakuru County Deputy Governor David Kones today made a day-long inspection tour of roads under construction in Rongai sub-county. Kones said the move was aimed at opening up the entire county through an improved road network to spur socio-economic development among the residents. The DG said in line with Governor Susan […]
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