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Laikipia County

Laikipia County is headquartered in Rumuruti, and comprises of the following sub-counties; Laikipia East, Laikipia North, Laikipia West and its neighbouring counties are Samburu, Isiolo, Meru, Nyeri, Nyandarua, Nakuru, Baringo. Laikipia main economic activities are Ranching, wildlife tourism, wheat, barley, horticulture, dairy.

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5 Sub-Counties 3 Constituencies 15 Wards 57 Locations 114 Sub-Locations

The brief

About Laikipia County

Laikipia County is located in central Kenya, bordering Samburu, Isiolo, Meru, Nyeri, Nyandarua, Nakuru and Baringo counties. Rumuruti is the county headquarters while Nanyuki is the main commercial centre. The county features grasslands, forests, rivers and semi-arid plains. Agriculture, ranching, wildlife conservation and tourism drive the economy, supported by wheat, barley, potatoes, dairy farming and horticulture. Conservancies such as Ol Pejeta have made Laikipia a leading conservation destination. The county is culturally diverse and has evolved into a centre for sustainable agriculture and eco-tourism.

Population: 518,560
Male (54%): 279,675
Female (54%): 279,755
Area: 9,508 km²
Sub-counties: 5
Capital: Rumuruti

Laikipia Sub-Counties

Laikipia Central Laikipia East Laikipia North Laikipia West Nyahururu

Laikipia County Towns

Karuga Kinamba Nanyuki Naro Moru Nyahururu Rumuruti Wiyumiririe

01 · Learning

Education

Laikipia County

Statistics

Primary schools: 346
Secondary schools: 96
TVET Colleges: 29
University/Colleges: 1

Institutions and News

Featured Educational Institutions

Shiloh Naibor Primary School

Laikipia East · Public · Mixed

Kiamariga Primary School

Laikipia West · Public · Mixed

Laikipia University

· Public · Mixed

Latest Educational News

Live · Google News

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Laikipia University announces resumption of classes after month-long lecturers’ strike - Education News

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Govt steps up school projects in Laikipia banditry hotspots - People Daily

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Politicians in Laikipia warned against holding campaigns in learning institutions - Kenya News Agency

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 05:13:36 GMT

Laikipia University announces date for 14th graduation ceremony - Education News

02 · Wellbeing

Health

Laikipia County

Statistics

Medical Clinics: 61
Health Centres: 240
Dispensaries: 59
Hospitals: 3

Institutions and News

Featured Health Institutions

Kabati Dispensary (Laikipia West)

Sipili, · Laikipia West

Sipili Health Centre

Sipili, Donyo Loip · Laikipia West

Survey Dispensary

Magadi, Survey · Laikipia West

Latest Health News

Live · Google News

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:43:04 GMT

Laikipia County announces 321 job vacancies for graduates and artisans - Bizna Kenya

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Kenya to seek US permission to use Laikipia Ebola isolation facility - Daily Nation

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT

𝐑𝐞𝐮𝐛𝐞𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐫𝐢, 𝐋𝐚𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐫𝐢 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐬 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐮 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝, 𝐋𝐚𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲, 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟑𝟎𝟎 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧 - Facebook

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Governor Irungu faces test as Laikipia nurses’ strike paralyses public healthcare - People Daily

03 · Enterprise

Enterprise

Laikipia County

Statistics

Insurance: 12437
Tourism: 226
Investment: 0
Others: 0

Institutions and News

Featured Enterprises

Musyoki Fredrick Muinde

Agent · Kenya

Kelvin Maina Mugo

Agent · Kenya

David Omondi Ouma

Agent · Kenya

Latest Business News

Live · Google News

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

How Laikipia abattoir is redefining beef production - Daily Nation

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Laikipia farmer turns rocky hillside into productive farm using smart farming techniques - People Daily

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Senator Raises Alarm Over Alleged Proposal to Tax Churches - Kenyans.co.ke

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

KWS Disburses Millions in Wildlife Conflict Compensation in Laikipia - Business Today Kenya

04 · Development

Development

Laikipia County

Statistics

PBOs: 15291
SHGs: 21
CBOs: 0
Church: 0

Organizations and News

Featured Organizations

Golden Hearts Kenya

Non-Profit · Kenya

Innovative And Mentoring Alliance For Girls In Education (Imagine)

Non-Profit · Kenya

Christian Mission Aid

Non-Profit · Kenya

Latest Development News

Live · Google News

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Kindiki links Laikipia security gains to growth in infrastructure - The Star, Kenya

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT

𝗟𝗮𝗶𝗸𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝘆𝗲𝘀𝘂 Over 150 National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) in Laikipia County have been sensitized on digital data collection to help the government identify and address the development - Facebook

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 06:27:07 GMT

DP Kindiki says improved security has restored learning and development in Laikipia - Education News

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Laikipia, Sidian Bank Partner to Boost Coffee, County Development - Kilimo News

05 · Politics

Politics

Laikipia County

Statistics

Constituencies: 3
Wards: 15
Polling Centers: 354
Voters: 263,012

Politics and News

Featured Polling Stations

Munyu Primary School - Polling Center/Station

Marmanet · Laikipia West · Laikipia

Uasonyiro Primary School - Polling Center/Station

Segera · Laikipia North · Laikipia

Soitoudo Primary School - Polling Center/Station

Mugogodo West · Laikipia North · Laikipia

Latest Political News

Live · Google News

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:29:18 GMT

Ndindi Nyoro announces joint Nanyuki rally with Matiang’i and Karua - People Daily

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Laikipia ODM supporters vow to remain in broad-based government - Kenya News Agency

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Rose Muiru, ODM Elections Chairperson in Laikipia County: We will keep ODM strong. - Facebook

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Kenya News Agency - KNA. . 𝗝𝗢𝗦𝗛𝗨𝗔 𝗜𝗥𝗨𝗡𝗚𝗨 – 𝗟𝗔𝗜𝗞𝗜𝗣𝗜𝗔 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗢𝗥 has said his administration is putting in place measures to clear all pending bills and ensure it does not leave outstanding liabilities. His remarks come as Auditor General Nancy G - Facebook