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Tharaka-Nithi County

Tharaka Nithi County Government – Leaving no one Behind

📍 Chuka 👥 393,000 people 📐 2,506 km²

Tharaka-Nithi is known for its highland agriculture (bananas, coffee, tea, macadamia, mangoes), scenic Nkunga Hills, and strong educational institutions including Chuka University.

Capital
Chuka
Population
393,000
Area
2,506 km²
Economic Zone
Central Highlands
Government Departments

Agriculture

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

Education

Primary, secondary, tertiary, and vocational education institutions nationwide

Department directory sourced from official county government websites.

Places to Stay
Tharaka-Nithi Inn
4 ★
Tharaka-Nithi Hotel
4 ★
Tharaka-Nithi Resort
4 ★