Nakuru County is one of Kenya’s most vibrant economic hubs, strategically located along the Nairobi-Nakuru-Eldoret highway. It serves as a key agricultural, industrial, and tourism center, making it one of the fastest-growing counties in the country.
Administratively, Nakuru County is divided into 11 sub-counties, which are further split into 55 electoral wards. These wards are vital for governance, resource distribution, and community development.
In this article, we provide a detailed list of all wards in Nakuru County, classified under their respective constituencies.
Nakuru County Constituencies and Their Wards
Nakuru County has 11 constituencies, each with multiple wards:
1. Molo Constituency
Molo is a major agricultural area, known for potato farming, dairy production, and forestry.
- Mariashoni
- Elburgon
- Turi
- Molo
2. Njoro Constituency
Njoro is home to Egerton University and a leading center for dairy farming and horticulture.
- Mau Narok
- Mauche
- Kihingo
- Nessuit
- Lare
- Njoro
3. Naivasha Constituency
Naivasha is a key tourism, horticulture, and industrial hub, famous for Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park.
- Biashara
- Hell’s Gate
- Lake View
- Maiella
- Mai Mahiu
- Olkaria
- Naivasha East
- Viwandani
4. Nakuru Town West Constituency
This area is a commercial and residential hub with a growing urban population.
- Barut
- London
- Kaptembwo
- Kapkures
- Rhoda
- Shabaab
5. Gilgil Constituency
Gilgil is known for military installations, real estate development, and tourism.
- Gilgil
- Elementaita
- Mbaruk/Eburu
- Malewa West
- Murindati
6. Kuresoi South Constituency
This region is known for tea and dairy farming, as well as highland forests.
- Amalo
- Keringet
- Kiptagich
- Tinet
7. Kuresoi North Constituency
- Kiptororo
- Nyota
- Sirikwa
- Kamara
8. Subukia Constituency
- Subukia
- Waseges
- Kabazi
9. Rongai Constituency
This constituency has large-scale farming, real estate developments, and agribusiness.
- Menengai West
- Visoi
- Mosop
- Solai
10. Bahati Constituency
Bahati is a growing residential and commercial area with strong agribusiness potential.
- Dundori
- Kabatini
- Kiamaina
- Lanet/Umoja
- Bahati
11. Nakuru Town East Constituency
A fast-growing urban constituency with Nakuru city at its center.
- Biashara
- Kivumbini
- Flamingo
- Menengai
- Nakuru East
Why Knowing Your Ward Matters
Understanding your ward and constituency helps you:
✔️ Participate in local development projects
✔️ Hold your elected leaders accountable
✔️ Access county government services
✔️ Engage in public forums and decision-making
Whether you’re a business owner, investor, or resident, knowing your ward empowers you to make informed decisions about development and governance.
Economic and Business Opportunities in Nakuru County
Nakuru County presents immense investment opportunities across various sectors:
1. Agriculture and Agribusiness
- Tea, coffee, and horticulture farming – major cash crops in Kuresoi, Subukia, and Njoro
- Dairy and poultry farming – thriving in Molo, Bahati, and Rongai
- Irrigation schemes – supporting commercial food production
2. Tourism and Hospitality
- Lake Nakuru National Park – famous for flamingos and rhinos
- Hell’s Gate National Park – home to unique rock formations and geothermal activity
- Luxury lodges and resorts – growing demand for hospitality investments
3. Manufacturing and Industrialization
- Naivasha Industrial Park – a major Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
- Flour mills, cement factories, and dairy processors – key industries in the county
4. Real Estate and Infrastructure
- Nakuru’s city status – increasing property value and business growth
- Road network expansion – improving trade and investment opportunities
5. Renewable Energy and Geothermal Power
- Olkaria Geothermal Plant – supplying electricity to the national grid
- Solar and wind energy projects – sustainable energy investments
