Kapsabet
Kapsabet | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates: 0°20′N 35°10′E / 0.333°N 35.167°E | |
| Country | Kenya |
| County | Nandi County |
| Population (2009) | |
• Total | 86,803 |
| Time zone | UTC+3 (EAT) |
| Climate | Cfb |
Kapsabet is a town in Kenya. It is the capital of Nandi County and is located 40 kilometres southwest of Eldoret on the way to Chavakali.
The name Kapsabet comes from "Kap"- 'belong to/area of' and "sabit" or "sobet" – 'live' and has come to mean 'a place of life' though external influences and documentation refer it as Kapsabet. The locals praise it as 'Kapsabit ak mego'. Kapsabet municipality has a total population of 86,803 (2009 census).