- “Once completed, the livestock market will include a holding area, slaughter facility, ablution block, and other auxiliary infrastructure aimed at supporting livestock trade and improving sanitation standards,” says the County Government.
Nakuru County has announced plans to construct a modern livestock market in Karima, Maimahiu Ward, Naivasha Subcounty, in partnership with the Kenya Livestock Commercialization Project (KeLCoP).
During a site visit, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Lands, Physical Planning, Housing and Urban Development John Kihagi reaffirmed the county’s commitment to the project.
“Once completed, the livestock market will include a holding area, slaughter facility, ablution block, and other auxiliary infrastructure aimed at supporting livestock trade and improving sanitation standards,” says the County Government.
Kihagi was joined by Chief Officer for Lands and Physical Planning Ken Mugo, Area MCA Eliud Chege, Naivasha Municipal Manager Daniel Nderitu, Subcounty Admin Elizabeth Wangui, and other county officers from different departments.
Nakuru’s investment in livestock infrastructure reflects its status as one of Kenya’s most prominent livestock keeping regions. Communities here have practiced dairy, poultry, sheep, and goat farming for generations, blending traditional knowledge with modern practices.
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The county’s central position in the Rift Valley makes it a vital supplier of livestock products to Nairobi and other urban markets. Livestock farming drives Nakuru’s economy, contributing significantly to its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through milk, meat, and poultry production.
Beyond household income, the sector fuels agro processing industries, employment, and trade, cementing livestock as one of Nakuru’s most important economic pillars. With KeLCoP’s support, smallholder farmers are shifting toward commercial, sustainable enterprises, ensuring Nakuru remains a livestock powerhouse.
Nakuru County first partnered with the Kenya Livestock Commercialization Project (KeLCoP) in early 2025, during the rollout of the project’s activities under the 2024/25–2025/26 financial year budget.
This marked the beginning of formal collaboration between the county government and KeLCoP to strengthen livestock value chains and support smallholder farmers.
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