Famous Nakuru

Mirugi Kariuki – Soldiering on despite persecutions

When the late Mirugi Kariuki decided to vie as MP for Nakuru North in November 1982, little did he know that the decision would put him into a collision course with President Moi. Having detained MP Koigi Wamwere after the August 1982 coup attempt, the late Moi was determined that no other Kikuyu would represent […]

History of Nakuru Jacaranda Trees

Nakuru Town is one of the urban centres in Kenya that has jacaranda trees beautifying the streets. The jacaranda trees have become part of the townscape and the residents have become very protective of the trees. In 2007, there was a row between the Nakuru Municipal Council and the China Road and Bridge Company when […]

Get to know MCA-elect for London Ward Nzuki Anthony Wachira

Nzuki Anthony Wachira is the Member of County Assembly (MCA) elect for London Ward in Nakuru West. Nzuki trounced Francis Njoroge of Jubilee after he garnered 1,707 votes against Njoroge’s 1,385. Born 34 years ago to Mr Charles Wachira, Nzuki is married to the love of his life and they have been blessed with three […]

Novelist Henry ole Kulet takes final bow

Nakuru based literally giant Henry ole Kulet has passed on. The renowned writer who has written many best sellers passed on this Tuesday (16/02/2021) at Mediheal Hospital, Nakuru. He died at the age of 75. Henry ole Kulet will be missed by many literally lovers who grew up reading his wide range of books. Some […]

Bondeni Police benefits from new equipment

Bondeni Police station in Nakuru has benefitted from a donation of a computer and printer to assist in digitalization. The items were personal donations from Ms. Rani Ramchandani who is the president of the Lions Club of Menengai. Bondeni Police OCS Abdi Noor Hussein received the donations. According to Ms. Rukkya Mohamed the founder of […]

Jonathan Warothe – Hellsgate Ward MCA Aspirant

Hon. Jonathan Warothe is a candidate in the March 4 2021 by-election in Hellsgate Ward, Naivasha Sub-county in Nakuru County. Mr. Warothe who once served as mayor is the favourite for the seat and is vying on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party ticket. Another by-election will be held in Nakuru County on the same […]

Nzuki Anthony Wachira

Nzuki Anthony Wachira is the Member of County Assembly (MCA) aspirant on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party in London Ward, Nakuru County. Born 34 years ago to Mr Charles Wachira, Nzuki is married to the love of his life and they have been blessed with three daughters. Nzuki attended Prisons Nursery school before proceeding […]

United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party Supporters, Nakuru

The following photos taken on Sunday 17th January show the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party supporters from Nakuru County. The supporters are mostly from London Ward and Hellsgate Ward where by-elections will be held 0n 4th March 2021. The by-elections were occasioned by the deaths of the MCAs representing these words towards the end of […]

Nakuru Hindu Council – Giving back to Community

The Nakuru Hindu Council has been actively engaged in numerous social activities over the years. In the recent past, the community, led by chairman Shailesh Sheth has been undertaking human-centred activities especially since Covid-19 got into the country earlier this year. Many deserving individuals and public institutions have benefitted through the provision of face masks, […]

Meet Sam Mburu-the man who won Senator Kihika’s heart

Sam Mburu (alias Kiongozi Kiswahili word for leader). This is the man who won Senator Susan Kihika’s heart. And last Saturday, dowry was negotiated in a ceremony also attended by Deputy President William Ruto in Laikipia. But who is this man Sam Mburu alias Kiongozi? Sam Mburu has been a close ally of Deputy President […]