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Homa Bay County

Rusinga Island — fossil discoveries and Lake Victoria's hidden gems

📍 Homa Bay Town 👥 1,131,000 people 📐 3,183 km²

Homa Bay County features Rusinga Island (fossil-rich), Mfangano Island, and the scenic Homa Hills. Fishing is the economic backbone, with growing tourism around Lake Victoria's islands.

Capital
Homa Bay Town
Population
1,131,000
Area
3,183 km²
Economic Zone
Lake Region
Government Departments

Agriculture

Farming, livestock, fisheries, and agribusiness across Kenya's diverse agro-ecological zones

Department directory sourced from official county government websites.

Places to Stay
Homa Bay Resort
4 ★
Homa Bay Resort
3 ★