Uwezo Fund plays key role in promoting financial inclusion for the youth, women and persons with disabilities. Co-operatives Cabinet Secretary Simon Chelugui says the Uwezo Fund cannot be ignored in matters economic empowerment. This is a flagship programme for vision 2030. The CS added that the Fund helps these important categories to access finances, promote […]
The Nakuru Alms House commonly known as Nyumba ya wazee among locals has received a major facelift that will see enhanced security. The construction of Perimeter wall and a gate will enhance security at the facility that houses the elderly. The handing over of the completed perimeter wall and gate project at the facility took […]
It is 7 years since the Arusha Landmark Court ruling that recognized the rights of the Ogiek Community. However, the community has decried lack of political goodwill towards implementation of the recommendations of the court. On Sunday May 26, 2024, the Ogiek community in collaboration with clergy organized a Thanksgiving service at Nessuit Primary School […]
Nakuru City has prioritized the development of non-motorized transport infrastructure, including pedestrian and cycling lanes, for the 2024-25 financial year. Supported by the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) in design works, the 10km project will be implemented within the five-year County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) for 2023-2027. The city’s technical team, in partnership […]
Nakuru County Action Plan on Prevention and Countering Violent Extremism(PCVE) is taking shape. This follows the move by the Nakuru County Engagement Forum (CEF) on Prevention and Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE) to validate its Objectives Key Results (OKR) and the Nakuru County Action Plan on PCVE. In a forum facilitated by MIDRIFT HURINET and National […]
Former Nakuru Mayor Herman Nderi has passed on. Nderi has been on treatment for many years. During the Nakuru War Memorial Hospital saga, it emerged that it is at the facility that he had been getting diaylsis services. At one particular time, the family raised concerns over the same as the facility was not operational […]
A dawn accident at Salgaa on the Nakuru-Eldoret Highway on May 25, 2024 has claimed 5 lives and left scores nursing injuries. The accident, police say happened at around 0330hrs involving motor vehicle Reg No. KDK 561M Toyota Hiace driven by unknown driver. The vehicle was being driven from Eldoret towards Nakuru direction and upon […]
Several girls in various schools within Biashara Ward have benefited from a sanitary pads donation even as World Marks Menstrual Hygiene Week. This was made possible through Ann Mwithaga Foundation in partnership with friends. The distribution to over 10 schools within Biashara Ward of Nakuru East Sub county will go a long way in ensuring […]
A total 31 students have from Kivumbini Ward have enrolled for short courses at Vera Beauty College. The students commenced their training on May 22, 2024 after orientation. “I am glad to announce that a total of 31 students from Kivumbini Ward have today officially commenced their training in various short courses at Vera Beauty […]
Nakuru County has partnered with the World Diabetes Foundation (WDF) to roll out the Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs) digital platform. This will enhance the data management in Nakuru County. The County is currently training County management teams and facility in charges from Kuresoi North and Rongai Sub County with support from Medtronic Labs. This initiative […]