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  1. What governance experts have to say about Nakuru's drop in corruption ranking

    This means each time a person pays a bribe in the county there is a 0.74 likely hood of them receiving the service than if they did not pay it.

  2. BBC Exposé: Nakuru women leaders bow down to pressure, except Naivasha MP

    Her most recent public posts focus on church function and condolence to a family that lost a loved one.

  3. New look, new rules: Jamia mosque gets facelift, asks hawkers to keep off

    Young trees now line the neatly paved sidewalk, and there’s clear signage that reads: “No Hawking and No Stalls Around the Mosque Perimeter.”

  4. Joy turned to grief: Family of five died in Mbaruk crash after welcoming newborn

    Stanley says that on Monday evening, he tried calling Nyale several times but once the call was answered, it was by a stranger.

  5. Ever wonder where PGH's medical waste goes? Here's how its handled

    The waste, typically weighing around 150 kilograms per batch, is first fed into a loading hopper before passing through a primary shredder that reduces it into smaller fragments measuring 2–3...

  6. Guardians of the grain: Two Nakuru women fighting to save indigenous crops from extinction

    The realization was the same for Wangui in 2018, whose first rodeo included learning about managu.

  7. "They gave it their all’: Coach proud as Nakuru women’s rugby team takes fifth place

    The coach adds that the team finished in 5th position out of all the 8 teams that were present.

  8. 32 rolls of bhang earns Nakuru man 30 years in prison

    While at Kiratina they came across George Mwangi Ng’ang’a, the man who they had been informed was selling bhang and they conducted a search.

    Nakuru courts

  9. Gundua info: New app lets Nakuru residents track projects in real time!

    This means that as a resident one can use this tool to check whether their proposals during public participation were taken into account, and how they are being implemented.

  10. The troubles that brought famed Hotel Cathay to its knees

    Karis adds that Cathay Hotel was home to Nakuru’s first underground discotheque, a nightclub that featured dancing to recorded or live music, often accompanied by flashy decor and elaborate...

  11. Inside Maai Mahiu’s Taekwondo academy changing young lives

    Despite his passion and growing student base, Mburu admits that convincing parents remains a major challenge.

  12. Culture Mambo out! Iconic Nakuru hotspot shuts down

    In the meantime, regulars are left with memories of laughter, nostalgic live music, and nights that somehow always ended too soon.

  13. Why George's pork house closed its doors in Nakuru

    In addition, Njoroge notes that the overall business environment had become increasingly difficult, especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  14. Nakuru home teams light up the field in Prinsloo 7s spectacle

    In what is fast becoming a familiar rivalry, the Oilers gave the bankers a run for their money but ultimately came up short, falling 17–10 in a tightly contested clash.

  15. Behind the scenes: How NAC keeps rugby fans safe

    But Litali admits he cannot do all this alone. To assist, he is supported by a professional ticket company.

  16. Biz Lounge: Youth-led startup tackles food waste by drying veggies for the future

    Fortunately, Seed Savers Network offered incubation support, mentorship, and product development guidance.

  17. Kihika asks Njoro residents to help her break gubernatorial 'one-term curse'

    At a recent economic empowerment event in Njoro, Kihika mentioned how several leaders across the county have gone for more than one term, mostly the MPs.

  18. Fierce tackles, big crowd and fun night: Prinsloo Day one delivers!

    Nakuru based Menengai Oilers were among the most dominant teams, winning all three matches convincingly. With 74 points scored , they looked sharp and disciplined.

  19. Njoro Politricks: Choppers, dance battles and cash handouts

    They landed in style, bringing dust and drama with them and causing the event to pause completely

  20. Junk food, processed sugar consumption behind rising childhood obesity in Nakuru, expert says

    Junk food, processed sugar Consumption Behind Rising Childhood Obesity in Nakuru, expert says

  21. New fermented livestock feed promises higher milk yields and lower costs for Nakuru farmers

    Known as Total Mixed Fermentation (TMF), the feed was unveiled on August 1, 2025 at the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) Beef Research Institute in Lanet.

  22. Welcome to Langalanga! Where the gate yells at you before you get home

    Most apartment gates in Langalanga and Racecourse estates look as though they’ve been hit by a confused marketing tornado.

  23. Good news for vegetable vendors at Free Area fresh food Market

    Since the installation of the cold storage facility, which was aimed at reducing food waste and improving produce quality, traders have recorded fewer losses and better profits.

  24. All eyes on Nakuru RFC women's team as Prinsloo 7s kicks off

    The Prinsloo Sevens will host the first leg of this year's National Sevens Circuit in the women's category. Eight teams will compete in the women's category for the coveted Prinsloo Sevens...

  25. How two deaf nail technicians in Nakuru are redefining the beauty industry

    At first glance, it is difficult to tell that Rebecca and Anastasia are deaf until we signed to inform them that we were there for the interview.

  26. Happy New Month! Prinsloo, karaoke and a youth concert light up Nakuru this weekend

    As August begins, Nakuru is bursting with life, offering a weekend of entertainment for all.

  27. Nakuru court update: Teen pleads guilty to murder, Baby Mercy case proceeds to plea taking

    Earlier, the court heard that after age assessment, Njeri was found to be 18 years old and not 17 as earlier stated

  28. The Dos and Don'ts of office romance

    As Victoria explains, hidden office romances can also hurt team morale.

  29. Police constable who killed his boss sentenced to 30 years

    As the court orderlies escorted him back to where he was sitting, he crawled to the edge of the bench, with his face on his knees.

  30. Friends recount last moments of sex worker found dead in Nakuru

    Wanjiru adds that Zuchu later accompanied the same man to another entertainment joint , where they found Wanjiru in the company of other friends.

  31. How I was lured from Bahati, into a human trafficking syndicate in Myanmar

    Instead of staying there, he was smuggled across the border into Myanmar, where none of his documents were valid.

  32. Try time! Prinsloo 7s set to light up NAC this weekend

    Moseti admits that due to the high number of games being showcased, the organisers will need to be very time conscious.

  33. Calm returns to Mosque lane, as construction of road within Wakulima market begins

    As you walk along the street, you have to be cautious not to bump into someone walking in the opposite direction or accidentally step on tomatoes that are spread out on the ground.

    MUTHONI WANJIKU/MTAA WANGU

  34. From dark to lit: Meet man behind Nakuru’s wildest club lights

    According to him, his typical night starts around 9 or 10 p.m. and can stretch until 4 a.m. or later.

  35. How employers use 'coffee cup test' to select best candidate

    A subtle concept has been taking shape among senior recruiters and decision-makers- what career coaches refer to as the coffee cup test.

  36. Nakuru women and children record increased obesity rate, new report reveals

    The expert also warns that growing obesity levels are becoming a major concern, especially among women and female adolescents.

  37. Wakulima market relocation sparks feud between traders and shop owners

    She notes the county should be forthcoming with communication since the gap in communication is what is causing all this panic.

  38. Nakuru drivers stranded as parking USSD code fails

    His fear however was that parking attendants may use it as an excuse to now clamp vehicles.

  39. Nairobi road students protest classmate's death in suspected gang clash

    “He was trying to escape after being hit. He crossed the road in panic, and that's when the car hit him,” says a student who requested anonymity for fear of reprisals.

  40. Why campus businesses fail and how yours can survive and thrive

    Once students graduate and lose access to that nurturing environment, many of these ventures crumble under the weight of real-world demands.

  41. Njoro hyenas maul teen, scare women off their farms

    Farms, which were once places of productivity and pride, have now become feared spaces.

  42. Biz Lounge: Turning trendy phone stickers into profit

    The reception, he says, was overwhelmingly positive, with many people loving the unique and trendy sticker designs he offered.

  43. Hustle, power and love on the campaign trail: Meet Nakuru's first gentleman

    He grew up in a humble background where his parents ran a charcoal-burning business

  44. The unpleasant Nairobi experience that made me appreciate Nakuru touts more

    He nodded, and I settled in, trusting he would remember just like touts back home in Nakuru always do.

  45. ‘We’re just trying to survive’: Theatre groups struggle after Nakuru Players Theatre shutdown

    As uncertainty around the theatre’s operations grew, Matheri decided to relocate. He moved his shows to the larger but significantly more expensive Lohana and YMCA halls.

  46. Inside Naivasha's rising political temperatures and the unfolding power shift

    According to the Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission website, Naivasha had 157,128 registered voters in 2022, making it the sub-county with the highest number of registered voters in...

  47. From 'Garang' to WiFi rides, a throwback to Nakuru's old-school matatu days

    For me, the concept of the Nganya culture in Nakuru really took shape around 2009. I remember that, when I was growing up in Langa Langa, we had some of the best matatus. The most famous one was...

  48. Progress or just promises? HIV patients reflect on the new HIV care system at PGH

    The initial report, published on May 5, 2025, revealed that integrating HIV services into general outpatient care had left many patients feeling exposed and inadequately supported.

  49. Why everyone’s ditching the city for a Vasha party experience

    Naivasha may be known as a conference hub, but let’s be honest it’s quickly claiming the crown as an unofficial sherehe capital, especially during big events like the WRC Safari Rally and the...

  50. Weekend loading: Nakuru's got plans, do you?

    This weekend isn't just for the spiritually inclined, there's plenty to enjoy for sports lovers and social butterflies too.