Also known as: the Westlands legislator · Hon Wanyonyi · Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi
Westlands MP seeking Bungoma governorship in 2027, recently facing defections of political supporters to rival Didmus Barasa.
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Capital News
… Wetang’ula, who leads FORD-Kenya, is a key political figure in the region, while his brother, Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi, is also among those seeking the Bungoma governorship. …
Barasa breaks ranks with Wetang’ula ahead of 2027 Bungoma gubernatorial raceThe Standard
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has withdrawn his political support for National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, accusing him of reprimanding him for criticising his younger brother, Tim Wanyonyi, who is his political rival in the race for Bungoma governor. …
Bungoma politics heats up as Didmus breaks ranks with Wetang'ulaCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 21 – Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi has rejected claims by Sirisia MP John Waluke that he has abandoned the Linda Mwananchi movement and returned to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), insisting that his political position remains unchanged. …
Wanyonyi denies quitting Linda Mwananchi, reaffirms support for SifunaThe Standard
… To this end, many of the PwDs are left to endure poverty, discrimination and social exclusion.Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi, for instance, cited violation of a law that allows public servants with disabilities to retire at the age of 65 instead of 60. …
Legislators question governments failure to protect PwDsThe Standard
… The legislators said the gap between legislation and implementation continues to leave many persons with disabilities facing poverty, exclusion and discrimination.Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi acknowledged that the country had made progress in establishing laws to protect persons wit …
MPs fault governments over failure to protect persons with disabilitiesThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe political camp that had rallied behind Tim Wanyonyi for the Bungoma governorship is beginning to fracture, with four Ford Kenya leaders who had backed his bid now shifting their support to Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
Broadbased elected leaders ditch Tim Wanyonyi, shift support to BarasaThe Standard
… Pepela has withdrawn his support from Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi and endorsed Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa for the Bungoma gubernatorial seat ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
Pepela ditches Tim Wanyonyi camp amid political alliances shift in BungomaThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeWebuye East MP Martin Wanyonyi Pepela has broken ranks with fellow Ford Kenya legislators backing Tim Wanyonyi for Bungoma governor by endorsing Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa for the 2027 race. …
Pepela breaks Ford Kenya ranks to back Barasa for Bungoma governorThe Standard
… Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi has also been increasing his visibility in Bungoma, including through community projects such as the installation of solar lights in markets.His presence adds another dimension to the emerging contest, particularly if candidates from outside the county’s …
Bungoma governor race takes shape as aspirants widen political reachThe Standard
… Barasa also sought to position himself as a leader capable of transforming the county through programmes targeting education, healthcare and household welfare.He took a swipe at former Bumula MP Bifwoli Wakoli over his decision to support his political opponent, Tim Wanyonyi, in …
Didmus Barasa bets on eradicating grassthatched houses in bid to win Bungoma governorshipKimilili MP Didmus Barasa has declared he will pursue an independent political path in Bungoma ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial election, breaking with National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula over succession, accountability and development priorities, though maintaining shared support for President Ruto nationally.
27 October 2026 · Capital News →
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has declared he will pursue an independent political path in Bungoma ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial election, breaking with National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula over succession, accountability and development priorities, though maintaining shared support for President Ruto nationally.
27 October 2026 · Capital News →
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has withdrawn his political support for National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, accusing him of reprimanding him for criticising Tim Wanyonyi, Wetang'ula's younger brother and Barasa's rival in the Bungoma governor race. Barasa said Wetang'ula appeared displeased whenever he challenged Wanyonyi politically, viewing the criticism as a personal attack on the family rather than legitimate political competition.
27 October 2026 · The Standard →
Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi has rejected claims by Sirisia MP John Waluke that he has abandoned the Linda Mwananchi movement and returned to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), reaffirming his commitment to his political position ahead of the 2027 General Election as he seeks the Bungoma governorship.
21 September 2026 · Capital News →
Legislators at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Cape Town say governments have failed to enforce laws and policies meant to protect persons with disabilities, leaving many facing poverty, discrimination and exclusion. Kenyan lawmakers cited specific violations including disabled public servants forced to retire at 60 instead of the legally allowed 65, and exclusion of qualified PWDs from senior government appointments.
17 September 2026 · The Standard →
Legislators at the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Cape Town raised concerns over persistent government failures to protect and promote rights of persons with disabilities, citing weak implementation of disability laws, employment discrimination, and limited access to public services and infrastructure.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
Four Ford Kenya leaders—Senator Wafula Wakoli, Woman Representative Catherine Wambilianga, Mt Elgon MP Fred Kapondi, and Webuye West MP Dan Wanyama—have moved their support from Tim Wanyonyi to Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing Barasa's capacity to address residents' concerns and his proposals on child nutrition and maternal healthcare.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Webuye East MP Martin Pepela has withdrawn his support from Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi and endorsed Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa for the Bungoma gubernatorial seat ahead of the 2027 General Election, citing Barasa's development agenda and proposal to construct ECDE centres across the county.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Webuye East MP Martin Wanyonyi Pepela has broken ranks with fellow Ford Kenya legislators by endorsing Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa for Bungoma governor in 2027, citing his preference for a governor who would work collaboratively with elected leaders on county development priorities including ECD centres, infrastructure, and municipal status for Webuye.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
The race to succeed Governor Kenneth Lusaka in 2027 is taking shape as potential contenders increase visibility across the county. Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa is among those positioning themselves, recently distributing Sh5 million to 30 groups across Bungoma's 45 wards to support youth, women and older residents in starting or expanding businesses.
7 September 2026 · The Standard →
Didmus Barasa, who has declared interest in the Bungoma governor seat, is intensifying efforts to eradicate grass-thatched homes through an initiative called "Ondoa Nyasi," pledging to expand the programme to cover more households if he wins the gubernatorial race next year.
19 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has pledged to introduce a free milk programme for learners from ECDE to Grade 9 across Bungoma County if elected governor in 2027, aiming to improve nutrition and school attendance. The programme would also support local dairy farmers through cow distribution to women's groups and create employment in milk collection and distribution.
2 June 2026 · The Standard →
Bernard Mwonyonyo, a long-term aide to Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi, has dismissed media reports that he is being courted by politicians to run as a county boss's running mate in the 2027 election, saying he has not been approached and is focused on his own bid for the Westlands MP seat.
4 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →