About Webuye-East Constituency

Webuye East Constituency is one of the nine constituencies in Bungoma County, located in the western region of Kenya.
Covering an approximate area of 161.8 km², the constituency was carved out from the larger Webuye Constituency.

Since its establishment, Webuye East has had two Members of Parliament:

Hon. Alfred Wekesa Sambu (2007–2022)

Hon. Martin Wanyonyi Pepela (2022–present)

Administratively, the constituency comprises three wards;
Ndivisi, Mihuu, and Maraka - each with distinct characteristics and economic activities.

1. Ndivisi Ward

Area MCA: Hon. Alfred Wekesa Mukhanya

Former MCAs: Hon. John Musakali (2013–2017), Hon. Martin Pepela (2017–2022)

Population: Approximately 57,336 people

Description: The largest ward in Webuye East by land area.

Economic Activity: Predominantly agricultural, with sugarcane and maize farming as the main sources of livelihood.

2. Mihuu Ward

Area MCA: Hon. Violet Namaemba Makhanu

Former MCA: Hon. John Nanyakha (2013–2017)

Population: Approximately 43,817 people

Description: The second-largest ward in Webuye East Constituency.

Economic Activity: Largely dependent on agriculture.

3. Maraka Ward

Area MCA: Hon. Ali Machani Mutoka

Population: Approximately 41,042 people

Description: A cosmopolitan ward covering the urban areas of Webuye East.

Economic Activity: Diverse, reflecting its urban setup.