Introduction
Baringo County, located in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, is a region of dramatic landscapes, most famous for its iconic lakes, Lake Baringo and Lake Bogoria. Its administrative capital is Kabarnet, located in the Tugen Hills.
The county is a key tourist destination, with Lake Bogoria renowned for its hot springs, geysers, and massive flamingo populations. With a population of over 666,000, mainly from the Tugen and Pokot communities, Baringo’s economy is primarily driven by livestock farming. The area is also noted for its significant geological and paleontological discoveries.
