A few months back, it was reported that the Nakuru North cemetery was full to capacity and the Nakuru county government was looking for an alternative.
The cemetery that is situated just a short distance from the Nakuru CBD is no longer in use but it has been left unattended since it was closed down.
Although a short perimeter wall has been built around the cemetery that at one corner hosts the commonwealth war graves, the place is largely neglected and huge bushes have sprouted within.
“I think the authorities concerned should show some respect for our departed brothers and sisters by clearing the bushes,” says Joseck Kweya a Nakuru resident.
He adds that it is a pity that the place has been left with all sorts of shrubs and bushes sprouting there.
Lucy Muthoni owns a stall along the dust road adjacent to the cemetery where she sells second-hand clothes. Her worry is that the bushes might be used by gangsters as a hideout.
“Most of the bushes are seasonal but they still pose a risk. We would really appreciate if the county government would get some people to regularly mow down the grass and bushes. I believe the cost would not be too much,” says Lucy.
Ironically, the commonwealth war graves within the cemetery are well maintained and taken care of.