Kakamega County, one of the four counties in the former Western Province, is a vibrant region rich in agricultural activities and cultural diversity. Covering an area of 3,034 square kilometers, Kakamega is home to 12 constituencies, each divided into smaller electoral units known as wards. In total, there are 60 wards in the county, each represented by a Member of County Assembly (MCA).
Following the 2022 general election, a diverse mix of leaders was elected to represent the various wards in Kakamega County. These MCAs, elected from different political parties, play a critical role in ensuring the needs of their respective electorates are addressed within the county government.
Roles and Responsibilities of MCAs
MCAs serve as the people’s representatives in the county assembly. Their primary functions include:
- Representation: MCAs bring forward the views and concerns of the people from their respective wards to the county assembly.
- Legislation: They participate in formulating laws that guide the governance of the county.
- Oversight: MCAs monitor and oversee the performance of the county executive and other arms of government to ensure efficient delivery of services.
- Allocation of Resources: They contribute to decision-making regarding the county’s budget allocation, ensuring that their wards get a fair share of resources.
These elected leaders are instrumental in promoting governance and ensuring the proper use of public funds in their wards.
Elected MCAs in Kakamega County (2022)
The following is a list of the 60 elected MCAs in Kakamega County, along with their respective political parties:
| Ward | MCA | Party |
|---|---|---|
| Mautuma | Charles Ogachi | UDP |
| Lugari | Grey Moi | UDP |
| Lumakanda | Benard Wanyonyi | ODM |
| Chekalini | Titus Marachi | ANC |
| Chevaywa | Barlex Samuel Juma | ANC |
| Lwandeti | Dan Mukwami | MDP |
| Likuyani | Brian Mafunga | ODM |
| Sango | Kennedy Sudi | UDP |
| Kongoni | Robert Makhanu | DAP-K |
| Nzoia | Collins Sifuna | ODM |
| Sinoko | Antony Wangila | ODM |
| West Kabras | David Athman | ANC |
| Chemuche | Geoffrey Sikolia | DAP-K |
| East Kabras | Kepha Sachile | ANC |
| Butali Chegulo | Kevin Mahelo | UDA |
| Manda Shivanga | David Kivishi | PAA |
| Shirugu-Mugai | Peter Wanami | UDA |
| South Kabras | Josphat J. Wakukha | FORD-K |
| Butsotso East | Dickson Lovegah | ANC |
| Butsotso South | Gildon Opati | ODM |
| Butsotso Central | Evance Geoffrey | MDP |
| Sheywe | Moses Musundi | ANC |
| Mahiakalo | Modesta Lungatso | ODM |
| Shirere | David Murila | ODM |
| Ingotse-Matiha | Lumbasi Absolom | ANC |
| Shinoyi-Shikomari-Esumeyia | Boniface Sakwa | ANC |
| Bunyala West | Sebastian Juma | DAP-K |
| Bunyala East | Rodgers Mwangala | ANC |
| Bunyala Central | Benjamin Ochwaya | ODM |
| Mumias Central | Ali Okomba | ODM |
| Mumias North | [Position Vacant] | – |
| Etenje | Eddie Makokha | KANU |
| Musanda | Joseph Omusinde | ODM |
| Lusheya/Lubinu | Timothy Mayabi | ODM |
| Malaha/Isongo/Makunga | Peter I. Walunya | ANC |
| East Wanga | Francis Ekutu | UDA |
| Koyonzo | Donald Odhiambo | ODM |
| Kholera | Tingili Karim | ANC |
| Khalaba | Bonface Lubanga | ODM |
| Mayoni | Fredrick Washika | UDA |
| Namamali | Bonface Mabuka | ANC |
| Marama West | Milton Boaz | ODM |
| Marama Central | Phillip Ondako | ODM |
| Shianda Marenyo | Geoffrey Ondiro | ODM |
| Marama North | Charles Edwin Lisunu | ODM |
| Marama South | William Opuka | ODM |
| Kisa North | James Omutachi | Independent |
| Kisa East | [Position Vacant] | – |
| Kisa West | Bernard Shisia | ODM |
| Kisa Central | Joseph Handman | KANU |
| Isukha North | Helemina Shikokoti | ODM |
| Murhanda | Elphas Litsanga | ODM |
| Isukha Central | Muchikha Mukofu | ODM |
| Isukha South | Charles Misicko | ODM |
| Isukha East | Bernard Isindu | ODM |
| Isukha West | Samuel Mullavu | DAP-K |
| Idakho South | Stephen Mukhala | ODM |
| Idakho East | Silas Shiyenji | ODM |
| Idakho North | Gladys Malenya | ODM |
| Idakho Central | Archeadious Likhako | Independent |
MCA Salaries in Kenya
In addition to their responsibilities, MCAs are compensated according to the guidelines provided by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC). As of 2022, each MCA earns a total monthly salary of Ksh 144,375, which includes:
- Basic Salary: Ksh 86,625
- House Allowance: Ksh 45,000
- Market Adjustment: Ksh 12,750
The SRC’s efforts to rationalize salaries have been designed to ensure that public servants, including MCAs, receive competitive pay while adhering to the principles of fiscal responsibility.
Kakamega County boasts a diverse range of elected MCAs from multiple political parties, all working towards improving service delivery and governance in their respective wards. These leaders are expected to oversee the execution of county government policies, represent their constituents’ concerns, and contribute to the county’s legislative agenda.
With Kakamega’s significant role in Kenya’s political and economic landscape, the work of these MCAs will be instrumental in determining the county’s development trajectory in the years to come.
