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Nakuru CSOs host this year’s Governor’s Roundtable with calls to enhance Principles of Devolution

The Nakuru County Civil Society Organizations Forum (NACCSOF or NACSOF) on Thursday July 30, 2026 hosted Governor’s Roundtable meeting with calls for adherence to constitutionalism and enhancing principles of Devolution. Under the theme ‘In pursuit of Devolution Dream’, the meeting that was graced by Nakuru Deputy Governor David Kones, also brought together County Executive Committee […]

July 30, 2026 PRISTONE

Nakuru news

Boost to Kenya’s green industrial transformation as President Ruto commissions construction of the KenGen-Kaishan Olkaria Green Fertiliser Plant

President William Ruto on Monday November 3, 2025 Broke ground for the construction of the KenGen-Kaishan Olkaria Green Fertiliser Plant in Nakuru County; a defining moment for Kenya’s green industrial transformation. “This venture is a historic stride for Kenya, and indeed for Africa, as we boldly match our words with tangible action in advancing sustainable […]

November 3, 2025 PRISTONE

Nakuru news

Governor Kihika assures residents of Completion of Olenguruone Stadium

The county government of Nakuru under the leadership of Governor Susan Kihika has assured residents that the construction of Olenguruone Stadium will go on up to completion. The stadium has stalled for some time, however the assurance gives hope to football enthusiasts as well as athletes. The move follows interventions by Governor Kihika who requested […]

June 30, 2025 PRISTONE

Nakuru news

Nakuru County among 10 others taking part in people-led governance assessment by NEPAD/APRM

As one way of ensuring improving service delivery, the county government of Nakuru has commenced a people-led governance assessment. This assessment is being facilitated by the New Partnership for Africa’s Development/African Peer Review Mechanisms(NEPAD/APRM) Kenya Secretariat. It should be noted that this is a voluntary, self-monitoring instrument for African Union member states to assess and […]

March 26, 2025 PRISTONE

Health

Boost to maternal health services as county opens ultra-modern facility in Kiptangwanyi

The County Government of Nakuru has opened an ultra-modern health facility at Kiptangwanyi that aims to improve Materna health-care services. The 24-bed maternity unit is hosted at Kiptangwanyi Dispensary. The facility was made possible through support of World Vision Kenya and and Shionogi. “This facility will significantly improve maternal healthcare services, ensuring expectant mothers receive […]

February 14, 2025 PRISTONE

Education

Governor Kihika’s key programs in Education Sector

When she took over leadership of County 032 after the 2022 August Polls, Governor Susan Kihika vowed to ensure improved environment for learners in Early childhood Education Centres, as well as vocational centres. It should be noted that under devolved system, Counties have mandate on the same in the education department. To fulfill her promise […]

January 24, 2025 PRISTONE

Health

Governor Kihika: NHIF-SHIF Transition Strains Healthcare Delivery in Nakuru County

The technical and policy challenges experienced during the transfer and implementation of the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) and specifically the Linda Mama program to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) have affected the quality of healthcare service delivery in Nakuru County. Launched in 2013 under former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Linda Mama program was designed […]

October 24, 2024 Suleiman Mbatia

Nakuru news

Nakuru County to benefit from 10,000 units of Affordable Housing

Nakuru County will benefit from 10,000 units of Affordable Housing Project by National Government. This was as revealed on Sunday as Nakuru County Deputy Governor David Kones and County Commissioner Loyford Kibaara led Mashujaa Day celebrations at Keringet Estate Comprehensive Primary School in Keringet Ward. Under this year’s theme “Affordable Housing” Deputy Governor Kones who […]

October 21, 2024 PRISTONE

Nakuru news

Israeli Government to partner with Nakuru County in various sectors

The Israeli Government will partner with the County Government of Nakuru in various sectors of development. This was revealed on Wednesday July 31, 2027 when Nakuru County Deputy Governor David Kones hosted the Israeli Deputy Ambassador to Kenya Ariel Arviv. The duo discussed matters enhancing key partnerships in agriculture, the school feeding program, and skill […]

July 31, 2024 PRISTONE

Nakuru news

Kihika instructs Department of Health to expedite digitization of drug and non-pharmaceuticals delivery

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has directed the Department of Health to expedite the digitization of drug and non-pharmaceuticals delivery as well as monitoring system to avoid theft of drugs in public hospitals. The message was delivered on Tuesday June 18, 2024 during the flagging-off of drugs worth sh26 million from the Kenya Medical Supplies Agency […]

June 18, 2024 Pristone Mambili