The 2022 General Elections in Kenya marked a significant milestone in the country’s political landscape, especially regarding female representation in Parliament. With an increase in the number of women elected to Parliament, this shift reflects the growing involvement of women in leadership roles in Kenya. Here is a list of the female Members of Parliament (MPs) who were elected during the 2022 elections.
UDA Female MPs
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party saw a notable number of female MPs make their mark in the 2022 elections:
- Jane Kihara – Naivasha
- Mary Emase – Teso South
- Wanjiku Muhia – Kipipiri
- Agnes Pareyio – Narok North
- Mary Maingi – Mwea
- Alice Wahome – Kandara
- Phylis Jepkemoi Bartoo – Moiben
- Janet Sitienei – Turbo
- Marianne Jebet Kitany – Aldai
- Martha Wangari Wanjiru – Gilgil
- Charity Kathambi – Njoro
- Mary Wamaua – Maragua
- Gathoni Muchomba – Githunguri
- Alice Nganga – Thika Town
Azimio La Umoja Female MPs
The Azimio La Umoja coalition also saw substantial representation from female MPs:
- Josephine Naisula Lesuuda – Samburu West
- Jessica Mbalu – Kibwezi East
- Amina Mnyazi – Malindi
- Rachael Kaki Nyamai – Kitui South
- Edith Vethi Nyenze – Kitui West
- Suzanne Ndunge Kiamba – Makueni
- Irene Njoki – Bahati
- Rozaah Buyu – Kisumu West
- Eve Akinyi Obara – Kabondo Kasipul
- Millie Odhiambo – Suba North
- Lilian Gogo – Rangwe
- Beatrice Elachi – Dagoretti North
- Mishi Mboko – Likoni
- Ruweida Mohamed Obo – Lamu East
- Sarah Korere – Laikipia North
Impact of Female MPs on Kenyan Politics
The 2022 elections were a breakthrough for women in Kenyan politics. With more women making it to Parliament, there is now a more balanced representation in the decision-making process. This shift is expected to influence policy-making, ensuring that the concerns of both genders are taken into account when crafting laws and reforms.
