Women from Machakos County have proven that politics is not only a game for men. Unlike other counties where women fear the political arena, Machakos is different.
Women from this county are vying for various political positions. If you thought there is no woman challenging governor Mutua then you have not heard about Wavinya Ndeti. Ndeti, who is mourning the death of her Nigerian husband, is a force to reckon in Ukambani.
The outspoken politician has been launching onslaught after onslaught against Dr Mutua’s style of leadership. She is among those women who can speak in any part of Machakos and people listen.
Dr Susan Musyoka is another woman who has been exchanging words with men over different development issues. As one of the most educated women in the county, Musyoka has been an amazing representative when it comes to the needs of women.
The wife of Governor Alfred Mutua, Lilian Nga’ng'a cannot be ignored as far as Ukambani politics are concerned. She has on various occasions disagreed with various leaders while supporting her husband in development matters of the county.
Winding up our discussion of powerful women who are giving men sleepless nights in Machakos County, Francisca Mutinda is the chairperson of Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organization (MYWO). She has been very vocal in the campaign against domestic violence.