County Government of Kericho

Kericho Shines at National Cultural Fete

Equalizer Vocational Training Sponsorship Program Receives Partnership Boost

Team Kericho displayed its prowess in various disciplines in the second day of the 12th edition of the Kenya Inter-counties Sports and Cultural Association (KICOSCA) being held in Siaya County.

Kericho Governor H.E. Dr. Eric Kipkoech Mutai has assented into law two transformative Bills that will significantly shape the county development trajectory

Kericho is set to establish the first farmer-owned milk processor

Kericho Governor H.E. Dr. Erick Mutai is on a week-long international tour of Sweden, aimed at launching strategic partnerships in education, water, renewable energy, health, and agriculture.

Kericho Governor Hosts Ireland Ambassador for the Official Opening of Living Hope Emergency and Trauma Centre in Londiani

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Kericho Shines at National Cultural Fete Kericho has today proven to be a national music and cultural powerhouse after bagging top awards in the just

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Good News for Kericho Coffee Farmers as the County Shines Early in the 2025/2026 Season Kericho County ranked as Kenya’s fifth-largest producer of

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Updated on: 10-Dec-2025 12:48pm

New Trade CECM Sworn In and Selection Committees Appointed The County Government of Kericho today marked an important milestone in strengthening serv

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‎The County Government of Kericho has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding access to safe water, improved sanitation and promoting hygiene behavio

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Updated on: 10-Dec-2025 12:45pm

Water County Executive Committee Member , Hon. Philemon Kurgat, today joined the National Financing Locally Led Climate Change Action (FLoCCA) coordi

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Updated on: 10-Dec-2025 12:43pm

KERICHO CROWNED AS KICOSCA ENDS As the curtains fell on the 12th edition of the Kenya Inter-Counties Sports and Cultural Association (KICOSCA) games

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In their push to enhance access to clean drinking water in Kericho County, stakeholders in the water sector, today held a consultative meeting with H.E. Governor, Dr. Eric Mutai in his office. Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency (LVSWWDA), Kericho Water and Sanitation Company Ltd. (KEWASCO) and the Department of Water, Energy, Environment, Forestry and Natural Resources, briefed the Governor on the overall status of various water projects in the county, with special focus on the

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Kericho County Referral Hospital

Today, H.E. Governor, Dr. Eric Mutai made a working tour of Kericho County Referral Hospital to assess its operations. Upon visiting different sections of the facility including the Radiology and Renal Units, maternity wing and pharmacy, the Governor recommended that there was a need for urgent streamlining of the procurement section in the facility so as to have a seamless and uninterrupted supply and distribution of drugs to all the health facilities across the County. While lauding the posi

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End of contracting framework

The County Government of Kericho has resolved to drop the framework contracting model being used in the procurement of goods and services. This was arrived at this evening after a wide consultation and deliberations during a meeting convened and chaired by H.E. Dr. Eric Mutai, and brought together all departmental directors and heads of directorates. The meeting agreed to fully embrace and adhere to the E-Government procurement procedures in order to enhance transparency and provide a level

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THE GOVERNOR,

H.E. Dr. Eric Kipkoech Mutai

THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR,

Eng. Fredrick Kipng'etich Kirui

THE SENATOR,

Hon. Aaron Cheruiyot

THE WOMEN REP.,

Hon. Beatrice Kemei

THE SPEAKER,

Hon. Dr. Patrick Mutai

ABOUT KERICHO COUNTY

Kericho County is one of the 47 counties in Kenya. It is county number 35. It has a population of 752,396 (2009 census) and an area of 2,111 km2. Its capital and largest town is Kericho. The current governor is Dr. Eric Kipkoech Mutai.

Kericho County is home to the best of Kenyan tea which is renowned worldwide for its taste with its town square even known as Chai Square. Some of the largest tea companies within the county include: Unilever Kenya, James Finlay and Williamson Tea. It is also home to the popular Ketepa brand.

Kericho town is the headquarters of Kericho county. The county is made up of six sub-counties namely: Bureti, Belgut, Ainamoi, Soin/ Sigowet, Kipkelion East, and Kipkelion West.

Kericho is home to Olympic winning long distance athletes and also hosts Zoo Kericho F.C. a football club competing in the Kenyan Premier League and Kericho R.F.C. competing in the Nationwide League.

Notable places of interest within the county include Chagaik Arboretum, Chelimo Arboretum, Tagabi Arboretum, Uhuru Garden and the vast scenic tea estates with high ground view points.

Kericho is accessible by road through the B1 road (Kenya) that links Mau-Summit, Kericho to Kisumu and Busia. In addition, the C25 Kapsoit-Sondu road connects Kericho to the A1 road (Kenya) linking Isebania to Lokichoggio through Kisumu and Kitale.

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THE GOVERNOR,

H.E. Dr. Eric Kipkoech Mutai

THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR,

Eng. Fredrick Kipng'etich Kirui

THE SENATOR,

Hon. Aaron Cheruiyot

THE WOMEN REP.,

Hon. Beatrice Kemei

THE SPEAKER,

Hon. Dr. Patrick Mutai

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