Nakuru town is now a step away from becoming a city after senators voted to elevate its status. The lawmakers approved a report by the House Devolution Committee that had recommended the conferment of city status. “After scrutiny, the committee has approved the application by Nakuru county to have Nakuru Municipality given city status,” Kajwang' said then. City status means an urban area qualifies for more benefits, grants, national staff and attracts more people and investment. It established the population of Nakuru Municipality is 367,183, exceeding the required city population of 250,000 people.

Source: The Star June 03, 2021 17:15 UTC