Kakamega County

Samuel Baati

Mp

Sitting - 2022-2027

Samuel Baati is a Kenyan politician and an aspiring Member of Parliament for Malava Constituency in Kakamega County. He has gained recognition through his involvement in grassroots politics and his commitment to addressing issues affecting residents, including youth empowerment, infrastructure development, education, and economic growth.

David Ndakwa

Mp

Sitting - 2022-2027

David Athman Ndakwa is a Kenyan politician from Kabras West in Kakamega County, best known for rising from grassroots county politics to national leadership. He was educated at Kalenda Primary School and Samitsi Secondary School before pursuing Information Science at the University of Nairobi and Moi University. Ndakwa began his career in the private sector before entering politics, where he was first elected as Member of County Assembly (MCA) for West Kabras in 2017 and later served as Leader of the Minority in the Kakamega County Assembly. In 2022, he was re-elected MCA, cementing his reputation as a disciplined and issue-driven leader. In 2025, he transitioned to national politics after winning the Malava parliamentary by-election on a UDA ticket, pledging to prioritize development continuity, unity, and effective service delivery for his constituents.

Seth Ambusini

Mp

Sitting - 2022-2027

Seth Panyako is the outspoken Secretary-General of the Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN), who has built his reputation on controversy and confrontation. He is a nurse by profession and a seasoned trade unionist. Additionally, his boldness has made him a prominent voice in Kenya’s labor movement.

George Ngaira

Mp

Sitting - 2022-2027

George Ngaira is vying for the Malava Constituency parliamentary seat in the upcoming by-election under the Party of Democratic Unity (PDU).

Wilberforce Tuvei

Mp

Sitting - 2022-2027

Wilberforce Tuvei is a Kenya Moja Movement candidate contesting the Malava parliamentary by-election. Known for his grassroots appeal, Tuvei emphasizes local empowerment, support for farmers, and infrastructure development. He positions himself as a clean, transparent “third-force” candidate amid a polarised political contest.

Leonard Shimaka

Mp

Sitting - 2022-2027

Leonard Necheza Shimaka is a Kenyan advocate of the High Court, a notary public, and a commissioner for oaths, with extensive experience in legal practice and governance. He is the Managing Partner at Marende Necheza & Co. Advocates, specializing in public and private law, dispute resolution, and strategic policy advisory. Shimaka holds an LL.B (Honours) from Uganda Pentecostal University, a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law, and is pursuing an LL.M at the University of Nairobi. In November 2025, he was appointed as an independent director on the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) board, contributing his legal expertise to strengthen institutional integrity and accountability. Shimaka is also actively involved in grassroots politics, particularly in Malava Constituency, where he is emerging as a notable political strategist and community leader.

David Ndakwa

Mp

Sitting - 2022-2027

David Athman Ndakwa, born in 1973 in Kakamega County, is a Kenyan politician known for his calm, grassroots-focused leadership style. He attended Kalenda Primary School and Samitsi Secondary School before pursuing higher education. Ndakwa holds a Degree in Information Science from Moi University and a Diploma in Information Studies from the University of Nairobi.