The Barnabas township, once a sparse outpost near Nakuru City, has transformed into a bustling 24-hour commercial and residential hub, increasingly referred to as a 'new money' centre.

• Barnabas is strategically located along the Nakuru–Nairobi highway, serving as a gateway to Nakuru City.
• The township is experiencing a real estate boom, with property prices for a 50x100 plot rising from Sh100,000 to between Sh2 million and Sh4 million.
• Key drivers of growth include its proximity to the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) depot and the ongoing upgrade of the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit highway.
• Challenges remain, including poor feeder roads and the lack of a proper market, despite its significant contribution to Nakuru County's economy.