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Rich History of Eldoret Town, Origin of Name, Population, First Investments and Growth

Are you looking for a place to invest in? Perhaps Eldoret town is your best bet. We at Baoriat Agencies are committed and ready to help you invest – be it purchase of land for agricultural purposes, a home or for setting up a real estate. Maybe you are interested in putting up your investment in Eldoret but you don’t know it that well, – read on for all you need to know about this town that serves as the capital of Uasin Gishu, one of the 47 counties in Kenya. Location Eldoret town lies south of Cherangani Hills at an elevation that varies from 2,100 meters above sea level (at Eldoret International Airport) to over 2,700 meters. It is located in the Rift Valley region, about 325.5 kilometres from Kenya’s capital, Nairobi. Population According to the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census, Eldoret is the fifth most populated urban area in the country after  Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru and Ruiru. With 475,716 people, according to 2019 National Census, Eldoret is ...

SOCIAL AMENITIES IN ELDORET TOWN

Aerial view of Eldoret Town Social amenities are places, buildings or infrastructural facilities which are meant to be shared and become convergence spots for the local and surrounding communities. The essence of these amenities is to facilitate the Public in conducting social functions and activities. Hence, it helps shaping a dynamic, harmonious, advanced, united and progressive society. In Kenya, a good number of these amenities are found in Eldoret Town. They include; 1.          Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital. The hospital is situated along Nandi Road in Eldoret Town, Uasin Gishu Count.It is a Public Hospital with a capacity of over 1000 beds. Today, the Hospital offers outpatient, inpatient, and specialized healthcare services. Besides the hospital serving residents of Uasin Gishu County, it also serves people from Western Kenya, parts of Eastern Uganda and Southern Sudan. Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital Being a level six Hospi...