Agnes Kagure is a daughter of Nyeri, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and candidate for Governor of Nyeri County in the 2027 Kenyan elections. Her campaign theme is A New Sunrise in Nyeri.

Who is running for Governor of Nyeri County in 2027?

Agnes Kagure is seeking to become Governor of Nyeri County in 2027 with a practical agenda built on seven transformation pillars for farmers, small businesses, water, roads, healthcare, forests, and education.

What is A New Sunrise in Nyeri?

A New Sunrise in Nyeri is Agnes Kagure’s campaign vision to turn Nyeri County’s strengths into greater prosperity, better public services, and opportunities that reach every community.

What are Agnes Kagure’s seven pillars for Nyeri?

The seven pillars are: Rudisha Utamu wa Kahawa na Chai; Biashara Ndogo Ndogo, Faida Kubwa Kubwa; Maji kwa Kila Boma, Maji kwa Kila Shamba; Barabara Bora, Biashara Bora; Hospitali Bora, Dawa za Kutosha; Misitu Yetu, Utajiri Wetu; and Elimu Bora, Ujuzi Bora, Maisha Bora.

How can I support or volunteer for Agnes Kagure in Nyeri?

You can join ward teams, volunteer, share your Nyeri story, or contact the campaign secretariat through the official Join the New Sunrise and Contact pages on this website.

Where is the official Agnes Kagure for Nyeri Governor website?

This is the official campaign website for Agnes Kagure for Governor of Nyeri County 2027, publishing her biography, vision, news, campaign trail, and ways to get involved.

storefront Pillar 02 · A New Sunrise in Nyeri

Biashara Ndogo Ndogo, Faida Kubwa Kubwa

Small businesses. Bigger opportunities. Better profits.

From Karatina’s commercial activity to shops in Nyeri Town, from market stalls in Othaya to small enterprises in rural trading centres, business is essential to Nyeri’s economy. Agnes Kagure’s business background informs her conviction that county government should help create an environment in which enterprises can grow.

All seven pillars Join the New Sunrise

Our proposed priorities

Practical steps for this pillar

Priority 1

Review and simplify county business licensing

Reduce unnecessary costs and make compliance more predictable.

Priority 2

Support affordable financing partnerships

Improve access to suitable working capital through regulated partners.

Priority 3

Improve public market infrastructure

Prioritise cleanliness, sanitation, lighting, water, waste management, and safe trading spaces.

Priority 4

Expand opportunities for local suppliers

Make lawful county procurement easier for eligible local enterprises to discover and compete for.

Priority 5

Support enterprise development and financial skills

Practical training in bookkeeping, pricing, cash-flow, inventory, digital payments, and customer retention.

Priority 6

Connect small businesses to larger markets

Facilitate relationships with institutional buyers including hospitality, schools, and hospitals.

Priority 7

Encourage digital enterprise

Help businesses use digital commerce, marketing platforms, payments, and delivery services.

Priority 8

Promote fair and respectful county enforcement

Clear procedures for complaints about improper fees or unlawful conduct.

What this could mean

For residents of Nyeri

check_circle Less time navigating administrative procedures
check_circle Cleaner, safer markets for traders and vendors
check_circle Fairer opportunities for local suppliers and young entrepreneurs

Guiding principle

Small businesses do not need sympathy. They need a county government that gives honest enterprise a fair chance to succeed.

Implementation note

Financial products, licensing changes, and procurement measures require further legal, budgetary, and feasibility assessment.

Seven pillars. One new sunrise.

Explore the full agenda

Pillar 01 Rudisha Utamu wa Kahawa na Chai Pillar 02 Biashara Ndogo Ndogo, Faida Kubwa Kubwa Pillar 03 Maji kwa Kila Boma, Maji kwa Kila Shamba Pillar 04 Barabara Bora, Biashara Bora Pillar 05 Hospitali Bora, Dawa za Kutosha Pillar 06 Misitu Yetu, Utajiri Wetu Pillar 07 Elimu Bora, Ujuzi Bora, Maisha Bora