Three women Members of Parliament representing Nyamira, Isiolo, and Turkana counties have emerged as the top performers in a newly released nationwide poll. The performance ranking, conducted by Global Ranking Analysis, assessed all 47 women representatives across Kenya between August 2024 and March 2025.
Leading the pack is Jerusha Mong’ina Momanyi of Nyamira County, who scored an impressive 70.4%. She was praised for her consistent engagement with the public, her involvement in key parliamentary debates, and her record of development-focused initiatives. Her work in Nyamira has earned her a reputation as one of the most effective leaders at the county level.
Mumina Bonaya, the Woman Representative for Isiolo County, followed closely with a score of 68.5%. Bonaya has been widely recognized for her focus on education, women’s empowerment, and the pastoralist community’s welfare. Her efforts to bridge the gap between marginalized communities and national policymaking have made her a standout figure in the region.
In third place is Ngitit Cecilia Asinyen from Turkana County, who scored 66.7%. Cecilia’s dedication to addressing local challenges such as drought, poverty, and infrastructure has resonated with her constituents. Her work has included pushing for better water access, supporting women-led community groups, and ensuring more inclusive development efforts in Turkana.
The report evaluated MPs based on various performance indicators, including constituent satisfaction, parliamentary participation, public outreach efforts, media visibility, and financial accountability. According to Global Ranking Analysis, the intention was to offer Kenyans a transparent look at how their elected leaders are serving them.
While the top performers were celebrated, the report also highlighted the bottom-ranking MPs. At the lowest end of the list is Beatrice Kemei of Kericho County, who scored 18.8%. Others who featured in the bottom five included Rehema Hassan (Tana River – 22.1%), Phylis Bartoo (Moiben – 24.5%), Leah Sankaire (Kajiado – 25.0%), and Caroline Ngelechei (Elgeyo Marakwet – 25.3%).
The findings of the poll suggest a shift in expectations from the Kenyan electorate. Voters are increasingly focused on tangible service delivery, accessibility, and leadership accountability. Gone are the days when empty promises and ceremonial events were enough to secure political goodwill.
The poll also offers a significant commentary on the role of women in governance. That the top three positions were occupied by women from some of the country’s most underserved regions is both telling and inspiring. It shows that when given the opportunity, women leaders can match — and often exceed — expectations.
As Kenya approaches future elections, this report may influence voter decisions and push sitting MPs to re-evaluate their performance. For now, Jerusha Mong’ina, Mumina Bonaya, and Ngitit Cecilia Asinyen stand as proof that with focus, accessibility, and genuine public service, elected leaders can make a difference.