Office of the Woman Representative Bungoma County

24/07/2026

Win for Farmers as Wambilianga Leads Hass Avocado Seedling Distribution at her Ndengelwa Office.

Bungoma Woman Representative Catherine Wambilianga has officially launched the distribution of 10,000 high-yield, nutrient-rich Hass avocado seedlings under her office's Avocado Empowerment Programme.

Speaking during the launch at her Ndengelwa office, Wambilianga said the disease-resistant seedlings are primarily being distributed to youth, women, and the elderly as part of her commitment to creating sustainable economic opportunities through agriculture.

She noted that promoting avocado farming will empower households to increase their incomes, enhance food security, and build more resilient livelihoods.

Wambilianga further emphasized that the initiative is expected to boost agricultural productivity, create employment opportunities, and strengthen the local economy through value-added agribusiness.

The programme is part of her broader efforts to support farmers and promote agribusiness as a driver of economic growth and community empowerment in Bungoma County.

24/07/2026

04/07/2026

Bungoma Woman Representative Hon. Catherine Wambilianga joined family, friends, and residents in mourning while celebrating the life of the late Mama Rachael Nakhumicha Kituyi at Sichei R.C. Grounds in Luuya Bwake Ward, Kabuchai Constituency.

The late Mama Rachael was a devoted mother and a cherished neighbour to Hon. Wambilianga's family at their rural home in Sichei. She will be fondly remembered for her kindness, humility, and the lasting impact she made on the lives of those around her.

In honour of Mama Rachael's memory and enduring legacy, Hon. Wambilianga pledged to donate iron sheets to support the expansion and development of the church's infrastructure, reaffirming her commitment to strengthening community institutions and preserving the values that Mama Rachael embodied.

30/06/2026

Bungoma Woman Representative Catherine Wambilianga has officially presented a KSh 100,000 NGAAF grant to the Mbabine Self-Help Group in Sango Village, Luuya Bwake Ward, Kabuchai Constituency. This disbursement underscores her unwavering commitment to women's economic empowerment. Looking ahead, Wambilianga affirms that she will continue collaborating closely with communities—transforming promises into tangible results and fostering a more resilient economic future for local women.

20/03/2026

Hon. Catherine Wambilianga’s Mbegu Mashinani Program is steadily expanding across the wards of Kanduyi Constituency.

Through the Mama Wambilianga Mbegu Mashinani initiative, her office has continued distributing maize seeds to widows and elderly residents, ensuring vulnerable groups are supported in food production efforts.

Beneficiaries in Kanduyi Ward include residents from Namirembe, Nalutiri, Kibabii C, Sio Area, Musikoma, and the Bukembe Market area villages, all of whom have received maize seeds under the program.

Hon. Wambilianga remains dedicated to empowering widows and the elderly to boost food security in Bungoma, with her office underscoring its commitment to delivering practical, impactful results.

13/03/2026

Bungoma Woman Representative's Catherine Wambilianga Office Empowers Teen Mothers with Pads and Mentorship

The office of the Bungoma Woman Representative, Hon. Catherine Wambilianga, represented by Manager Selah Wanyonyi, joined teen mothers to celebrate their graduation from a one-year skills training program. The event, held at Sanandiki Friends Church, also featured the distribution of sanitary pads and a mentorship session to prepare the girls as they get ready to resume school.

The program, funded and implemented by Karibuni Kenya NGO under the leadership of CEO Terrie Wefwafwa, provided vital skills training to teenage girls from West Nalondo and Chwele Kabuchai Wards. In addition to the training, Karibuni Kenya NGO also provided the girls with assorted school items to support their transition back to school.

More than 200 young women graduated today—a powerful testament to how strategic partnerships can transform lives. Manager Selah Wanyonyi not only donated sanitary towels but also took time to mentor and encourage the girls, urging them to pursue their dreams with confidence as they embark on this next chap

12/03/2026

Wambilianga Mbegu Mashinani Program Reaches Sitikho Ward

Today, the Hon. Catherine Wambilianga team rolled out the maize seed distribution exercise in Bukunja village, Sitikho Ward, Webuye West constituency, where they issued maize seed to widows.

This initiative is part of the broader Wambilianga Mbegu Mashinani program, which aims to empower vulnerable members of the community by providing them with essential planting materials. By targeting widows who have historically been marginalized, the program seeks to enhance household food security and boost agricultural productivity at the grassroots level.

17/02/2026

We are pleased to announce that our bursary program was officially rolled out yesterday.

For any inquiries or beneficiary verification, please reach out to:

Sellah Wanyonyi (Office Manager) – +254 726 360 029
Phylis Lusike – +254 725 772 811

15/01/2026

Bungoma Woman Representative Catherine Wambilianga has moved swiftly to secure a full year's school fees for Nyongesa Elen Nafula.

Elen, a student from Maraka Ward, earned a place at Pangani Girls National School but had been unable to attend. After her story was highlighted by NTV Kenya and other media outlets, it caught the attention of Wambilianga's office. Elen has now been included in the Wambilianga’s scholarship program.

Tomorrow, she will walk through the gates of Pangani Girls, finally able to access the same educational opportunities as her peers.

03/12/2025

Bungoma Woman Representative Catherine Wambilianga presented a Ksh 100,000 NGAAF grant to the Rural Women Empowerment Network in Sioya Village, Kabula Ward. During the visit, she stated she is profoundly moved by the tangible impact of empowerment initiatives on local communities. Wambilianga also announced plans to disburse cheques to other qualified ward-level empowerment groups in the coming days.