MIZIGHI LYDIA HAIKA
| NAME | MIZIGHI LYDIA HAIKA |
| AGE | UNKNOWN |
| GENDER | FEMALE |
| OCCUPATION | POLITICIAN |
Lydia Haika is a Kenyan politician and the Woman Representative for Taita Taveta County under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party.
Early Life and Education
While Lydia’s educational background is referenced in parliamentary and civic platforms, specific institutions, degrees, or fields of study have not been publicly disclosed.
She first earned a certificate in customer care from Kenya Utalii College in 2007, followed by a later certificate in front office techniques from the same institution in 2009.
In that same year, she augmented her hospitality expertise with a Diploma in Hotel and Catering from the International Institute of Technical Management Studies.
Haika then pursued International Business Trade studies at the Swiss Management Center (SMC University) between 2016 and 2018.
Most recently, she completed a short executive program in Global Diplomacy in the Modern World & International Relations at the University of London in 2021.
Career
Professional Career
From 2007 to 2015, Lydia Haika held roles in front office, reservations, and marketing at Kenya Safari Lodges & Hotels, gaining valuable experience in customer service and operations management.
Political career
Haika first made her political debut in August 2017, when she was elected as Taita Taveta County Woman Representative.
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She served her first term between 2017 and 2022, during which she contributed to multiple parliamentary committees, including Finance and Planning, Sports Tourism and Culture, and Appointments.
She was re-elected in 2022, winning with approximately 55.8% of the vote and securing 38,363 votes, a decisive victory over her closest rival.
In November 2022, Haika was elected chairperson of the National Assembly’s Diaspora Affairs and Migrant Workers Committee, a role that aligns with her background in international relations and leadership.
Haika launched a “unity initiative” in May 2025, aimed at reconciling women and youth across party lines in Taita Taveta.
She explained that political rivalry had previously fragmented development efforts and called for a spirit of cooperation to drive regional progress.
Further, in May 2025, she publicly opposed a petition seeking the dissolution of the county government, arguing instead for dialogue among stakeholders, religious leaders, elders, and civic actors, as the sustainable path forward.
Net worth
Lydia Haika’s net worth has not been disclosed publicly.
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However, Lydia Haika earns a gross salary of Ksh739,600 as a Member of Parliament. This includes:
- Basic Salary: Ksh 443,760
- House Allowance: Ksh 150,000
- Salary Market Adjustment: Ksh 145,840
Lydia Haika also receives:
- Sitting Allowance: Ksh 7,500 per parliamentary sitting, up to a maximum of Ksh 120,000 monthly
- Mileage Allowance: Ksh 116.63 per kilometre (capped at Ksh 353,778 monthly)
- Car Maintenance Allowance: Ksh 356,525 monthly
- Airtime Allowance: Ksh 15,000 monthly
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