Introduction
Laikipia County is a unique region in Kenya, located on a high-altitude plateau at the foot of Mount Kenya directly on the equator. It is world-renowned for its pioneering wildlife conservation model, where private ranches and community conservancies coexist, creating a vital corridor for Kenya’s second-largest elephant population and endangered species like the black rhino.
The county’s economy is a mix of large-scale livestock ranching, horticulture, and exclusive eco-tourism. While Rumuruti is the official headquarters, Nanyuki serves as the main commercial hub, acting as a gateway to Kenya’s northern frontier.
