The 3-Year Scorecard: Evaluating Women Reps’ Performance Rating Since Aug 2022
An evaluation of Women Representatives’ performance based on public opinion since August 2022, focusing on parliamentary presence and grassroots activities.
Research Methodology
sample Size
3,010 respondents (75% rural, 25% urban)
period
Aug 20 – Aug 27, 2025
method
Computer-Assisted Telephone Interviews (CATI)
Key Findings
Top performers include Joyce Kamene (Machakos, 69%) and Njeri Maina (Kirinyaga, 68.5%)
Least performers include Christine Ombaka (Siaya, 21.9%) and Cecilia Asinyen (Turkana, 23%)
Most visible on the ground: Betty Maina (Murang’a), Elsie Muhanda (Kakamega)
Most visible in Parliament: Njeri Maina (Kirinyaga), Catherine Omanyo (Busia)
Top 5 in bills: Joyce Kamene, Njeri Maina, Jane Kagiri, Boss Shollei, Cynthia Muge
Key Observations
Rural perspectives dominated responses (75% of sample)
Relatively educated respondent base (65% with at least secondary education)
Female respondents formed the majority (70%)
Performance varies widely across counties
Parliamentary activity does not always match grassroots visibility
