Karibu sana Tharaka Nithi County! Building a Prosperous Future Together.
Welcome to the official website of the County Government of Tharaka Nithi.
Our mission is to deliver inclusive and sustainable development by empowering communities, strengthening service delivery, and ensuring that no one is left behind.
This platform provides residents, investors, and visitors with access to essential information, digital services, and opportunities to engage with county programs.
Message From The Governor
“Tharaka Nithi County stands at the threshold of great opportunity. Guided by our vision of ‘Leaving No One Behind,’ we are committed to building an inclusive, innovative, and prosperous county where every citizen can thrive. Our priority is to deliver quality services in healthcare, education, agriculture, infrastructure, and youth empowerment while ensuring transparency and accountability in all we do.
Together with our partners and citizens, we are harnessing technology, expanding economic opportunities, and safeguarding our environment for future generations. I invite you to explore this platform, engage with our programs, and be part of our shared journey toward sustainable development and a brighter future for Tharaka Nithi.”
A delegation from the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), led by Board of Management Chairperson Mr. Joseah K. Cheruiyot, paid a courtesy call to H.E. the Governor and was received by the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health.The delegation comprised KMTC Board members and management from the Chuka and Marimanti campuses.The Tharaka-Nithi County Government team was led by CECM for Public Health and Medical Services, Dr. Gichuyia Nthuraku M’Riara (OGW).Others present were Benson Njeru, Chief Officer for Public Health and Sanitation; Aggrey Karani, Chief Officer for Medical Services; Hillary Mutugi, Deputy County Secretary; and Diana Mutugi, Legal Officer.Discussions focused on the operationalisation of the KMTC Chuka Campus, located next to Chuka Level V Hospital, and strengthening collaboration between the County Government and KMTC to enhance health workforce training and improve healthcare service delivery across the county, region and country.#LeavingNoOneBehind...
Tharaka Nithi County Steps Up Strategic Partnership for Integrated Rural ResilienceThe Department of Water and Irrigation, led by the Chief Officer Loise Mutua alongside the Deputy County Secretary Hilary Mutugi, hosted a delegation from Eni Natural Energies Kenya EPZ Ltd (ENEK) and Tree of Life to advance a high-impact, socio-economic initiative for Tharaka Nithi County. The meeting centered on the “MWANGA – Integrated Resilience Program for Rural Schools and Communities in Kenya,” a proposed 20-month inter-sectoral project designed to strengthen education, child protection, WASH infrastructure, clean energy, and climate adaptation in high-priority rural wards. By reinforcing institutional systems, aligning with ongoing county programs, and driving local ownership, this strategic public-private collaboration is set to deliver sustainable, long-term benefits for vulnerable communities across the county.#LeavingNoOneBehind...
The Cereals Growers Association (CGA), implementing the World Food Programme (WFP)-funded Farm-to-Market Alliance (FtMA) project, in collaboration with the Tharaka-Nithi County Government, held the County Stakeholders’ Forum and Farmer Service Centres (FSCs) Graduation Ceremony at Sahara City Grounds.Under the theme “Graduating Farmer Service Centres (FSCs) into Independent and Sustainable Enterprises,” the event celebrated 168 transacting FSCs graduating towards independent and sustainable agribusinesses after nine years of FtMA implementation.The forum featured success stories, panel discussions and exhibitions in value addition, beekeeping, poultry, post-harvest management and sustainable farming. Partners Bayer, Equity Bank, EABL, Advanta and GreenLife showcased products and services supporting market access and financial inclusion.Chief Officer for Agriculture, Crop Production, Livestock and Veterinary Services, Mr Peter Kimathi Njeru, reaffirmed the County Government’s commitment to sustaining these gains, improving agricultural productivity and strengthening farmer services. He noted that the FSC model complements the Government’s Agripreneurship programme, through which 74 locally trained youths provide agricultural extension services.Congratulations to all 168 graduating FSCs on this milestone towards sustainable agribusiness.#LeavingNoOneBehind...
The Tharaka-Nithi County Government Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Cooperative Development held a two-day engagement with the International Development Enterprises (iDE) team and Farmer Business Advisors (FBAs) on October 22–23, 2026, to review progress made in Year Two and plan for Year Three of implementation.The meeting focused on lessons learned, strengthening partnerships, improving farmer support services, and identifying practical strategies to boost agricultural productivity and improve smallholder farmers’ livelihoods across the county.Chief Officer for Agriculture, Crop Production, Livestock and Veterinary Services, Mr Peter Kimathi, commended iDE for its contribution to agricultural development and emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration between the county government, iDE and FBAs.The engagement concluded with a shared commitment to coordinated implementation of Year Three activities for sustainable impact on farming communities across Tharaka-Nithi County.#LeavingNoOneBehind...
The Department of Tourism hosted a delegation of Kenya Forest Service (KFS) officials from Nairobi for a site visit to Mt. Kenya Kinondoni Lodge as discussions continue on existing and potential future partnerships to promote tourism development in Tharaka-Nithi County.The County Government team comprised CECM Moreen Nyambura, Chief Officer Alex Kinyua, Director Nabea, and Tourism Officer Joan Rotich.The KFS delegation was led by Deputy Chief Conservator Forest, Ms. Beatrice Mbula.The engagement aims to strengthen collaboration between the County Government and KFS in unlocking the tourism potential of Mt. Kenya Kinondoni Lodge and promoting sustainable tourism development in the county.#LeavingNoOneBehind...