About CGL

About CGL

About Laikipia County

Edited on July 31, 2025

Vision: The Greatest County with the Best Quality of Life
Mission: To enable every household in Laikipia County lead a prosperous life.

Core Values:

  1. People-Centeredness & Equity – Putting people first while ensuring fairness and inclusion.
  2. Accountability & Integrity – Acting responsibly with honesty, transparency, and ethics.
  3. Efficiency – Delivering timely, effective, and impactful services.
  4. Professionalism – Upholding the highest standards in service delivery.
  5. Innovativeness & Passion – Driving development with creativity, commitment, and enthusiasm.

County Profile: Discover Laikipia

Edited on July 31, 2025

Laikipia County Overview
Laikipia County, located along the Equator in Kenya, is a vast and ecologically rich region covering 9,462 km², making it the 15th largest county in the country. Its name, derived from the Maasai word for "treeless plain," reflects the county’s iconic savannah landscapes and open rangelands. Renowned for its biodiversity, Laikipia is home to world-class wildlife conservancies and a thriving population of the Big Five, making it a prime destination for eco-tourism and conservation efforts. The county’s rural economy is supported by crop farming, livestock rearing, tourism, and trade, which provide livelihoods to thousands of households.

Culture, Governance, and Strategic Role
Laikipia is a melting pot of over 23 ethnic communities, including Maasai, Samburu, Kikuyu, Turkana, and Meru, fostering a vibrant cultural heritage and social cohesion. It plays a key role in regional development through strategic partnerships such as the Mt. Kenya and Aberdares Economic Bloc and the Amaya Triangle Initiative. Administratively, the county is divided into five sub-counties, three constituencies, and fifteen wards, ensuring governance and service delivery remain close to the people. With its unique blend of culture, nature, and economic potential, Laikipia stands as a model for sustainable development in Kenya.  

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📍 Laikipia County Location Map

Edited on July 31, 2025

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🌍 Bordering Counties

Laikipia County is strategically located in central Kenya and shares boundaries with the following counties:

  1. Samburu County – North
  2. Isiolo County – North East
  3. Meru County – East                      
  4. Nyeri County – South East
  5. Nyandarua County – South
  6. Nakuru County – South West
  7. Baringo County – West