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September 3, 2026
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How Nakuru County found itself liable for man's amputation

How Nakuru County found itself liable for man's amputation

Nakuru County Government ordered to pay 61-year-old driver Sh4.1 million in damages...

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The Nakuru County Government has been ordered to pay Sh4.1 million in damages to a 61-year-old driver, Jackson Njue, whose right leg was amputated following treatment at Nakuru Level 5 Hospital.

  • The court found the hospital 100% liable for medical negligence, citing failure to prevent infection, insufficient treatment, and monitoring.
  • The claimant, Jackson Njue, suffered compound fractures and a subsequent infection that led to the amputation of his leg.
  • The award includes Sh3 million for pain, suffering, and loss of amenities, and Sh800,000 for loss of earning capacity.

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