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Hon. Edith
Vethi Nyenze
Two-term incumbent Member of Parliament, grassroots champion, and Kenya's Best Performing MP 2025. A proven leader delivering real change for the people of Kitui West.
🇰🇪 Wiper Democratic Movement · Kitui WestWho Is Edith Nyenze?
Background · Profession · Family
God has spoken. The great people of Kitui West have spoken. And the message is loud and clear. I will be the next area MP … This is your victory.
Political Journey
From grassroots to the National Assembly
The Call to Serve
Following the passing of her husband, Hon. Francis Nyenze, in December 2017, Edith declared her intention to enter electoral politics and carry forward his unfinished development agenda.
By-Election Landslide — 72% Victory
On 26 March 2018, Edith won the Kitui West seat with a commanding 72.67% of the total votes cast — defeating four opponents and receiving cross-party endorsement including from Jubilee Party.
Finance & National Planning Committee
Served as a member of Kenya's Finance and National Planning Committee — contributing to national fiscal policy, economic planning, and budget priorities. Also served on the Committee on Delegated Legislation (2019–2022).
Re-elected — 2nd Term
Successfully re-elected to the National Assembly under the Wiper Democratic Movement, reaffirming the constituency's confidence in her leadership and delivery record.
Third Term – Building on a Strong Foundation
Now seeking a historic third term to complete transformational infrastructure, education, and water projects, and continue championing women's rights and youth empowerment for Kitui West.
Awards & Achievements
National recognition · Legislative impact · Community impact
Top Performing MP in Kenya — 2025
Awarded at the East Africa Superwoman Awards Gala (5 July 2025, Argyle Grand Hotel, Nairobi). A national stamp of excellence on her service-focused leadership.
Finance Committee Member
Served on the Finance & National Planning Committee (2018–2022), influencing Kenya's national budget, fiscal policy, and economic planning at the highest level.
KEWOPA Champion
Active member of the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA), leading on women's rights, calling for an end to the death sentence for women and fighting gender-based violence.
Education Transformation
Oversaw CDF construction and renovation of multiple secondary schools including Katutu Girls, St. Patricks Kalindilo, and St. Johns Kwa Mulungu — totalling millions in school investments.
Student Bursary Programme
Disbursed over Ksh 14 million in bursaries per financial year to needy tertiary students, with a target to increase secondary school bursaries by 25% by 2025.
Cross-Party Trust
In the 2018 by-election, even Jubilee Party endorsed her candidacy — a rare cross-party show of confidence that underlines her integrity and reputation across divides.
Education & Community Projects
CDF-funded investments across all four wards
Katutu Girls Secondary School — Dining Hall
Construction of a 400-student capacity dining hall — flooring, plastering, ceiling, electrical and plumbing works. Allocation: Ksh 1.9 million.
St. Patricks Kalindilo Sec. — Administration Block
4-roomed admin block (Principal's office, Deputy, Staffroom, Bursar), septic tank, electrical and plumbing works. Allocation: Ksh 1.7 million.
Staff Housing — Multiple Schools
Construction of 2-bedroom staff houses at St. Johns Kwa Mulungu Secondary School and other institutions across Kitui West, improving teacher retention.
Bursary Programme
Over Ksh 14M per year in tertiary bursaries and school bursaries to vulnerable students. Target: 25% increase in secondary bursaries by 2025.
Infrastructure & Social Amenities
Roads · Water · Healthcare · Security
Water Access Initiatives
Championed borehole drilling and water tank construction in multiple sub-locations including Kathuma, supplying clean water to over 10,000 residents. Advocated for piped water in arid areas of the constituency.
Healthcare & CHV Support
Advocated for Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) in Kitui to be absorbed into permanent and pensionable terms — improving healthcare delivery across all 4 wards.
GBV Sensitization — Komesha Dhuluma
Led community-wide sensitization campaigns on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) across Kitui West — partnering with local chiefs, schools, and civil society to protect women and girls.
School Amenities & Social Infrastructure
Built and renovated toilets, water tanks, playgrounds, and social halls in schools across Mutonguni, Matinyani, Kauwi, and Kwamutonga/Kithumula wards.
📸 Project Photo Sources
① Official NGCDF Kitui West Site: kitui-west.ngcdf.go.ke
② Hon. Nyenze's Facebook Page: facebook.com/EdithVethiNyenze
③ Parliament Profile: parliament.go.ke
④ Kenya NGCDF Board: ngcdf.go.ke
Legislative & Policy Work
Her voice in the National Assembly
Finance & National Planning Committee (2018–2022)
Participated actively in Kenya's annual budget-making process, advocating for devolution of resources to marginalised constituencies like Kitui West.
Committee on Delegated Legislation (2019–2022)
Reviewed and scrutinised subsidiary legislation and statutory instruments to ensure laws passed are constitutional and serve the public interest.
KEWOPA — Ending Death Sentence for Women
Championed a bold legislative call through the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association to end the death penalty for women — a landmark human rights stance.
Constituency Budget Oversight
Used her expertise in Budget Management and Supply Chain to ensure CDF funds are deployed transparently, efficiently, and equitably across all four wards.
Core Professional Skills
Why Edith Nyenze
Deserves Your Vote
Won her first election with a landmark landslide — the people spoke clearly.
Successfully re-elected — a track record of delivery, not just promises.
Named Kenya's Best Performing MP (2025) — independently verified excellence.
Professional skills in finance, supply chain & HR — she runs the constituency like a business.
Grassroots champion for women, youth, and vulnerable students in all 4 wards.