Nakuru Level 6 Hospital — National Referral Hospital, Rift Valley

Grace Wanjiku
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🏥 National Referral Hospital — KEPH Level 6

Nakuru Level 6 Hospital

Nakuru County Referral and Teaching Hospital — elevated to national referral status in 2019, ranking alongside Kenyatta National Hospital and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital.

📍 London Ward, Nakuru West, Next to KMTC Nakuru
🏥 National Referral Hospital — Level 6
📅 Founded 1906 (Military Hospital)
🕐 Open 24 Hours

📋 About Nakuru Level 6 Hospital

Nakuru Level 6 Hospital, officially Nakuru County Referral and Teaching Hospital, was previously known as Rift Valley Provincial General Hospital and, before that, Nakuru County Referral Hospital. The hospital was originally founded in 1906 as a military hospital, before being gazetted as a public hospital in 1956. In 2019, the hospital was elevated from Level 5 to Level 6, formally becoming a national referral hospital placed in the same rank as Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) and the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, reflecting its expanded role serving the wider Rift Valley region.

The hospital is owned by the Ministry of Health and classified as a Specialized and Tertiary Referral facility, officially established under its current status on 17 March 2016. It is located in London Ward, Nakuru West Sub-County, next to the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Nakuru campus, near the Nakuru LSK show ground along Sigor Road. Per the official Ministry of Health facility registry, the hospital operates 24 hours a day, including weekends and late nights, and is listed as NHIF accredited (the scheme that has since transitioned into SHA/SHIF).

🏷️ Hospital Details

TypeNational Referral Hospital — Specialized & Tertiary Referral
KEPH LevelLevel 6
OwnerMinistry of Health
Founded1906 (Military Hospital); Gazetted 1956; Elevated to Level 6 in 2019
Former NamesRift Valley Provincial General Hospital; Nakuru County Referral Hospital
LocationLondon Ward, Nakuru West Sub-County, Next to KMTC Nakuru
CityNakuru, Kenya
Postal AddressP.O. Box 71-20100, Nakuru, Kenya
Nearest LandmarkMlimani, Nakuru, Sigor Road; Nakuru LSK Show Ground

⚙️ Services Offered

🔵 24-Hour Emergency Care
🔵 Specialized & Tertiary Referral Care
🔵 Inpatient & Outpatient Services
🔵 Maternity & Obstetrics
🔵 General & Specialised Surgery
🔵 Laboratory Services
🔵 Teaching & Training (Affiliated with KMTC Nakuru)
🔵 Pharmacy

🕐 Opening Hours

MondayOpen 24 HoursOpen
TuesdayOpen 24 HoursOpen
WednesdayOpen 24 HoursOpen
ThursdayOpen 24 HoursOpen
FridayOpen 24 HoursOpen
SaturdayOpen 24 HoursOpen
SundayOpen 24 HoursOpen
🚨 Confirmed directly in the official Ministry of Health facility registry (KMHFR) as open 24 hours, open on weekends, and open late night.

🗺️ Service Areas

📍 Nakuru West Sub-County
📍 Nakuru County (Referral Hub)
📍 Wider Rift Valley Region
📍 National Referral Status — All Counties

📸 Photos

Nakuru Level 6 Hospital main building London Ward Nakuru

 Nakuru Level 6 Hospital, next to KMTC Nakuru

Nakuru Level 6 Hospital emergency casualty unit

 The hospital’s 24-hour emergency and casualty unit

Nakuru Level 6 Hospital maternity ward Kenya

 The hospital’s maternity and obstetrics ward

Nakuru Level 6 Hospital KMTC teaching training

 The hospital’s teaching facilities, affiliated with the adjacent KMTC Nakuru campus

📍 Location & Map

📍 London Ward, Nakuru West, Next to KMTC Nakuru, Nakuru, Kenya · Get Directions →

📬 Contact Information

📍 AddressLondon Ward, Nakuru West, Next to KMTC Nakuru, P.O. Box 71-20100, Nakuru, Kenya
ℹ️ We could not confirm a current, publicly listed direct phone number, email, or official website for Nakuru Level 6 Hospital in this search. Please contact the hospital in person or through the Nakuru County Government for the most up-to-date contact details.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nakuru Level 6 Hospital accept SHA (Social Health Authority)?

Yes. The official Ministry of Health facility registry confirms SHA accreditation. As a national referral hospital, it is expected to be SHA-contracted, but we recommend confirming current status directly with the hospital or at sha.go.ke before your visit.

Where is Nakuru Level 6 Hospital located?

The hospital is in London Ward, Nakuru West Sub-County, next to KMTC Nakuru, near the Nakuru LSK show ground along Sigor Road. P.O. Box 71-20100, Nakuru, Kenya.

What was Nakuru Level 6 Hospital previously called?

The hospital was previously known as Rift Valley Provincial General Hospital and, before that, Nakuru County Referral Hospital, before being elevated to Level 6 national referral status in 2019.

Is Nakuru Level 6 Hospital open 24 hours?

Yes. This is directly confirmed in the official Ministry of Health facility registry — the hospital is open 24 hours, open on weekends, and open late at night.

How old is Nakuru Level 6 Hospital?

The hospital was originally founded in 1906 as a military hospital and gazetted as a public hospital in 1956, giving it well over a century of history in the Rift Valley region.

How do I contact Nakuru Level 6 Hospital?

We could not confirm a current official phone number or email for this hospital in our sourcing. We recommend visiting in person or contacting the Nakuru County Government for up-to-date contact details.

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Grace Wanjiku is a commerce writer dedicated to helping small and medium enterprises (SMEs) thrive in East Africa. A graduate of Commerce from the University of Nairobi, she focuses on digital banking solutions, mobile money integration, and local market trends across Kenya’s counties. When not analyzing market shifts, Grace manages verified data updates for the Business.co.ke local directory. She can be reached at grace.wanjiku@business.co.ke
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