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Hon. Wanjiku Muhia is the current Member of Parliament for Kipipiri Constituency, Nyandarua County, elected in August 2022 on a UDA ticket after defeating former Majority Leader Amos Kimunya . A prominent figure in Kenyan politics, she previously served as Nyandarua’s first-ever women representative (2013–2017) and as an EALA MP (2018–2022) Her academic journey spans a Diploma in HR (UoN), a BBA (Kenya Methodist University), an MBA from the University of Sunderland, UK, and a leadership certificate from Harvard Kennedy School Before politics, she built a solid career in HR and customer service at Florensis BV and Equity Bank . In Parliament, she chairs the Regional Integration Committee, drives inclusive legislation—most notably the amendment requiring sign-language interpretation on TV—and supports education by implementing day-school fee waivers and bursaries funded by NG-CDF. She is also the force behind the Wanjiku Muhia Foundation and the Nyandarua Cancer Centre. Known for her empowerment-first leadership, she continues to champion social inclusion, health, education, infrastructure, and opportunities for all, especially vulnerable groups .
Member of the National Assembly for Kipipiri
Started on Aug. 16, 2022.
Member of United Democratic Alliance
Ongoing.
Wanjiru Muhia does not have any contributions.
Committee Memberships:Wanjiru Muhia does not belong to any House Committees.
Education and Experience:Period | Role / Organization | Details & Achievements |
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1998–2003 | Florensis BV | HR/Admin Manager |
2006–2012 | Equity Bank Limited | Regional Customer Service Manager |
2013–2017 | Nyandarua County Woman Rep | First ever Nyandarua Women Rep; advocated for Disability Act amendment |
2018–2022 | East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) | EALA MP (4th Assembly); served on committees for General Purposes, Agriculture, Tourism |
Aug 2022–present | Member of Parliament, Kipipiri Constituency (UDA) | Defeated former Majority Leader; chairs Regional Integration Committee |
Ongoing initiatives | Wanjiku Muhia Foundation & Nyandarua Cancer Centre | Drives community health awareness; champions inclusive education and fee-waiver initiatives |