How Raksha Kukadia transformed her rocky plot into lush homestead

Raksha Kukadia tends plants at her home in Thika on January 22, 2025. 

Photo credit: Bonface Bogita | Nation Media Group

As the hustle and bustle of the city fades into the tranquil countryside of Thika, a hidden paradise lies just 41 kilometres away.

A 40-minute drive from Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) leads to the world of Raksha Kukadia - a beautiful haven carved into the rocky terrain.

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