MPs urge voters to elect more female candidates to achieve gender rule

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Kericho Woman Representative Beatrice Kemei says the country needs more women in elective positions to strengthen inclusive governance. [File, Standard]

More than 10 women Members of Parliament have urged Kenyans to elect more female leaders in the 2027 General Election, saying increased representation is the only way to achieve the two-thirds gender rule.

The legislators were speaking during the Inua Mama, Wezesha Jamii – Kericho Chapter forum held in Kiptere, Soin/Sigowet Constituency, where Kericho Woman Representative Beatrice Kemei declared her bid for the Soin/Sigowet parliamentary seat.

Teso South MP Mary Emase said women had consistently demonstrated effective leadership and delivered tangible development projects and urged voters to elect qualified female candidates in the next election.