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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… Subscribe to our newsletterHe accused middlemen of exploiting coffee farmers through low prices and vowed to ensure growers earn better returns from their produce.The MP also took a swipe at his gubernatorial rival, Tim Wanyonyi, claiming the Westlands legislator lacks a clear de …
Barasa promises free milk for learners in Bungoma if elected governorCitizen Digital
Tim Wanyonyi’s long-term aide Mwonyonyo disputes running mate reports By Citizen Reporter May 04, 2026 09:43 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Westlands Member of Parliament (MP) Tim Wanyony …
Tim Wanyonyi’s long-term aide Mwonyonyo disputes running mate reportsKimilili 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Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has withdrawn his political support for National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, accusing him of reprimanding him for criticising Tim Wanyonyi, Wetang'ula's younger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 →