Likuyani Digest | Ground Reality
Wamalwa Accused of Campaigning with Stalled Water Projects
Joel Wamalwa, the Chief Executive Officer of the Lake Victoria North Water Works Development Agency, is under fire for allegedly using government water projects to campaign for the Likuyani parliamentary seat.
Wamalwa has declared interest in unseating the current MP, Hon. Innocent Mugabe, in the 2027 general election. However, residents and observers say several water projects under his agency have stalled or remain incomplete even as he intensifies his political activities.
According to a report by The Standard, state officers across Western Kenya are increasingly shifting focus to 2027 politics, leaving development projects behind. In Likuyani, Wamalwa has been singled out among those accused of leveraging unfinished government projects to build political support.
Locals argue that instead of prioritising the completion of water works, the CEO is using the projects as campaign tools. This has raised concerns about the pace of water development in the constituency at a time when many areas still face serious water challenges.
Critics say public officers are expected to remain neutral and focus on service delivery, not early campaigns.
Questions on the ground:
Why are key water projects in Likuyani still incomplete under Wamalwa’s leadership?
Is it right for a serving CEO to openly campaign for a political seat while projects stall?
Should Wamalwa resign from his position if he wants to focus on the Likuyani MP race?
How many water projects has the agency completed in Likuyani since he took office?
Will residents judge him by the water he delivers or by the politics he plays?
As the 2027 race heats up, residents say they will judge leaders not by their promises, but by the projects they actually complete.
Stay informed. Stay ahead.
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