Newton Karis
Mp Candidate
Biography
Karish later transitioned into politics, serving three terms as Member of the County Assembly (MCA) for Muminji Ward. He is currently the Democratic Party (DP) candidate for the Mbeere North parliamentary by-election. Known for his charismatic style and grassroots connections, he also mentors young musicians through his initiative “Guitar ya Karish.”
Recent News
Karish to challenge Muthende’s win over name mix-up in Mbeere North
By Okinda Benjamin • Nov 28, 2025
Democratic Party candidate Newton Karish wants to file a petition challenging the election of UDA’s Leonard Wa Muthende as Mbeere North MP, citing discrepancies between his name on the KIEMS kit and on the ballot papers, his lawyer Ndegwa Njiru said
Gachagua Intensifies Door-to-Door Campaign in Mbeere North as By-Election Tensions Rise
By Judy Kendi • Nov 18, 2025
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched an intensive door-to-door campaign in Mbeere North to drum up support for Democratic Party candidate Newton Karish ahead of the November 27 by-election. The race has evolved into a fierce political duel pitting Gachagua against Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, who is fronting UDA’s Leonard Muriuki Wamuthende. With top opposition figures also joining the battlefield, the contest is shaping up to be a major test of political influence in the Mt. Kenya region.