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  1. Vetting of Persons Living with Disability eligible for income tax exemption to begin in Nakuru

    The exemption applies to the first Sh150,000 of monthly income, according to the Kenya Revenue Authority.

  2. Where to grab the mic in Nakuru's growing Karaoke culture

    Across the city, entertainment joints are dedicating specific nights to karaoke, giving residents and visitors an opportunity to unwind, showcase their vocal talents, and enjoy an evening of...

  3. No gated community in Naka: County moves to remove unauthorized gates blocking public access roads 

    Speaking in a phone interview, Nakuru County Director of Enforcement Charles Nyanaro said the exercise was prompted by complaints lodged by residents.

  4. Game on: How Katodua games are helping people reconnect

    ‎According to Irungu, the business initially attracted hotels because games offered guests an opportunity to interact with their children and one another instead of remaining on their phones.

  5. Mass defection rocks UDA party in Nakuru as leaders shift allegiance to Gachagua’s DCP

    The realignment is also evident at the grassroots, with several current and former local leaders also publicly associating themselves with DCP ahead of the 2027 General Election.

  6. Chic and Cheerful Ladies Out: Why the event was not your ordinary girls’ fun day

    Watching women sing in the rain without a care in the world perfectly captured the spirit of the day.

  7. Nakuru’s Oginga Odinga Street’s planned expansion to displace business operators

    Eng Orwa further says the project will incorporate improved drainage infrastructure to help address flooding experienced in low-lying areas along the corridor.

  8. Nakuru human rights group turns to journalists, bloggers in fight against digital misinformation

    The forum seeks to create a pool of digital peace builders who will enhance peace messaging that promotes cohesion and trust while countering harmful content and political polarization.

  9. Shame of Maili Tatu community drowning in illicit brew and drug abuse

    Cases of theft and vandalism have forced some businesses to close earlier than planned, reducing their earnings

  10. Budding influencer? Here's how to succeed in Nakuru

    ‎‎Despite the challenges, Kerubo believes Nakuru's creative industry has changed significantly.

  11. Nakuru’s Baraza Media Lab hosts market day for creatives

    Unlike conventional exhibitions, the three-day programme has been carefully segmented to allow each creative sector to receive dedicated attention while avoiding unnecessary competition for...

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  12. Meet the GenZ daring to challenge Mauche's political order

    Being the youngest aspirant seeking to unseat incumbent Mauche MCA Moses Koros Chepkurui claims to be frustrated by what she describes to be slowed development in the ward.

  13. EACC arrests seven senior county officials over alleged Sh 120 million procurement fraud

    EACC South Rift Regional Kipsang Sambayi says the arrests follow investigations into 29 contracts valued at Sh 120,042,417 awarded by the County Government of Nakuru between the 2020/2021 and...

  14. Naivasha teacher takes own life after gambling away Sh 44,000 meant for school trip

    According to a teacher in the school who spoke on conditions of anonymity, Njenga had been assigned by the school to help organize transport for students travelling on an educational trip.

  15. Wantam !:  Nakuru activist Laban Omusundi defends petition over nominated MCAs’ term limit

    He argues that political parties, particularly those controlled by influential leaders, can move nominated members from one county to another instead of allowing fresh candidates to serve.

  16. AA Kenya targets Nakuru young drivers in road safety campaign

    The initiative dubbed Best Young Driver (BYD) competition seeks to reduce the growing number of road crashes involving young people by promoting responsible driving habits among them

  17. Fitness fever: Nakuru’s debut fitness festival records huge success

    Although organizing the county's first festival came with challenges, including securing resources, coordinating logistics and creating public awareness, Obiero says the encouragement from local...

  18. Trust issues? blame the kachumbari

    While not every serving of kachumbari is unsafe, raw tomatoes, onions and coriander can become contaminated if they are not washed properly, prepared with clean water or handled hygienically.

  19. How a new agricultural extension policy could transform farming in Nakuru

    One of the biggest concerns highlighted in the policy is the shortage of extension officers. Nakuru currently has one extension officer serving about 1,143 farmers, almost twice the recommended...

  20. All you need to know about Prinsloo 7's as rugby sevens tournament restarts

    With increased sponsorship, enhanced prize money and an expanded competition format, the 2026 Prinsloo Sevens promises another unforgettable weekend of rugby.

  21. Why the Law Society of Kenya want Nakuru magistrate out of the station

    In a letter addressed to the Chief Justice and the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), the lawyers said the resolution followed a meeting of members of the Nakuru Chapter after reviewing the...

  22. Boost for community mental health services as Nakuru receives 56 digital tablets

    Dr Cleophas Wafula, Nakuru’s Head of Psychiatry and Mental Health, said Community Health Assistants remain uniquely placed to catch mental illness early, since many affected people go undiagnosed...

  23. Man arrested with 990 litres of ethanol and ammunition in posh Kiamunyi home detained for 14 days

    Man arrested with 990 litres of ethanol and ammunition from a posh Kiamunyi home detained for 14 days

  24. Nakuru makes huge strides towards coffee revival

    Chief Officer for Cooperatives and Entrepreneurship Kibet Kurgat said the county is witnessing a remarkable shift, with coffee no longer confined to its traditional growing zones.

  25. Court operations disrupted as Nakuru lawyers join nationwide boycott

    Tensions escalated in Nakuru after a magistrate sitting in Court Four Faith Mutuku proceeded with court sessions and dismissed several matters despite the advocates' absence

  26. Farmers in Kuresoi count huge losses after prolonged dry spell destroys maize crop production

    Koech estimates he will lose about Sh 160,000, saying an acre of green maize currently fetches about Sh 80,000 and adds that the crop began to dry up just as it reached the tasseling stage.

  27. Police impound over 990 litres of ethanol, rounds of ammunition from mansion in Kiamunyi

    A suspect, identified as the owner of the house, was arrested during the operation and is being held to assist police investigations

  28. Innovation: Young farmers in Rongai venture into cricket farming

    Currently, the harvested crickets are processed into ingredients for poultry feed, with poultry farmers forming their primary market and organic manure.

  29. Nakuru ranked among counties with highest amounts of pesticide residues in vegetables

    Researchers found that Nakuru accounted for 20 per cent of all samples that exceeded the European Union's Maximum Residue Limits, the third-highest share among the counties sampled after...

  30. Mccoy: How a 10-year-old's passion became Nakuru's thriving art hub

    ‎Looking ahead, McCoy hopes to establish Buni Gallery as one of Kenya's leading creative spaces by hosting larger exhibitions, artist talks, cultural events and collaborations with creatives...

  31. Nakuru's booming gospel scene creates opportunities for faith-based talent

    ‎Spoken word artist Sammy Ngahu, popularly known as Chotara the Poet, says the increase in Christian events is creating much-needed platforms for faith-based creatives to showcase their talents.

  32. Former governor Lee Kinyanjui emerges as key challenger in 2027 Nakuru race

    Political analyst Eng. Victor Ngatia says Kinyanjui's greatest advantage lies in the perception among many residents that he performed better than both his predecessor and the current...

  33. Njoro potato farmers start reaping from new farming system

    Chebet's first harvest under the new system yielded seven bags of potatoes, each selling at Sh4,000. By comparison, conventionally grown potatoes fetched only about Sh2,500 per bag, while...

  34. Nakuru City comedy club rebrands for a broader appeal

    Coinciding with the rebrand is the launch of Nakuru Unfiltered, a curated monthly stand-up comedy experience that will take place every second Friday of the month, bringing together some of...

  35. Nakuru Governor race: How the contest is shaping up

    While former Governor Lee Kinyanjui has dominated early political discussions, attention is also shifting to other hopefuls,

  36. How a donkey owner’s mental health impacts the animal’s well being

    Animal welfare advocates are increasingly drawing attention to the connection between human wellbeing and animal welfare, noting that stress, anxiety and economic hardship can affect the...

  37. Digital safety: Popular Nakuru model reveals how her photo became target of online abuse

    First, someone stole her identity to create a fake Tinder profile. Then, her face was digitally manipulated into an AI-generated romantic video viewed by thousands without her knowledge or consent.

  38. Goons for hire: Civil society groups raise alarm over hiring of organised gangs from Nakuru East and West for political activities

    Masese also cited groups such as Amachuma in Kisii and Sungusungu, which started as community security initiatives before politicians allegedly infiltrated and funded them for political purposes,...

  39. Jomo Kenyatta Boy’s school parents demand transfer of principal after series of unrest

    Another Parent, Ngugi Maina said the destruction would have long-term consequences for learning, adding that rebuilding the damaged infrastructure would require millions of shillings and could...

  40. With Platinum 7D gone, local pubs step in

    ‎‎According to Mwangi, while he occasionally visited estate joints in the past, the frequency has increased over time as more people have shifted away from the city's mainstream clubs.

  41. Nakuru ranked second in population of street-connected persons

    ‎The report indicates that Nakuru recorded 1,546 street-connected persons, coming only behind Nairobi's 4,690 and ahead of Mombasa's 1,428, underscoring the growing social challenge facing one of...

  42. Nakuru faces urgent call to reintegrate 1,546 street-connected persons

    ‎Additionally, health remains another pressing issue. Nearly half of the respondents reported falling ill within the month preceding the census, with malaria, chest infections and fever among the...

  43. Career tips: Is a long career break a deal breaker to recruiters?

    Muthoni emphasises that there is no fixed period after which a career break becomes a red flag. Whether the gap is one year or several years, employers are more interested in how candidates used...

  44. Nakuru’s top influencers share on how they grew their brands

    ‎‎Reflecting on his early days, Hush BK admitted that one of his biggest challenges was attracting an audience.

  45. Nakuru lawyers join nationwide peacefull purple Ribbon Walk to honor slain colleagues

    LSK Nakuru Chapter Chairperson Wangare Mwangi said the killings had instilled fear within the profession, warning that the safety of advocates was essential to the administration of justice.

  46. First week frenzy: Nakuru shoppers love for new businesses

    According to Mwikali, the trend cuts across both small and large businesses, with social media giving businesses of all sizes an equal opportunity to reach potential customers.

  47. What you need to know before applying for that fellowship opportunity

    Drawing from her journey in the African Food Fellowship, Serah has shared practical lessons that can help anyone hoping to secure opportunities in local or international fellowship programmes.

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  48. Feme Talk: Mtaa Wangu unveils weekly podcast on tech-fueled gender violence

    Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence refers to violence committed, assisted, aggravated or amplified through the use of digital technologies.

  49. Sections of Nakuru MCAs, residents welcome directive by EACC banning politicians’ image on public funded projects

    Governance activist Laban Omusundi, who petitioned the Senate over the continued branding of public projects by politicians noted that the Senate had made recommendations to the EACC enforce...

  50. Nakuru County Secretary Dr Samuel Mwaura's sudden disappearance sparks murmurs

    The last recorded official engagement, according to the county’s official Facebook page, featuring the County Secretary, was on May 14, 2025, when he met officials from the National Drought...