Nandi County, located in Kenya’s Rift Valley region, has a total of 406,288 registered voters, according to the latest data by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
The county is divided into six constituencies. Aldai leads in terms of registered voters with 78,005 voters, closely followed by Mosop with 77,786, and Chesumei with 74,201.
Emgwen has 66,940 registered voters, while Nandi Hills has 57,910. Tinderet has the lowest registered voters at 51,446.
All six constituencies are currently represented in Kenya’s National Assembly by Members of Parliament affiliated with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), the ruling party.
Julius Meli Kipbiwot serves as the MP for Tinderet, while Marianne Jebet Kitany represents Aldai.
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Bernard Kibor Kitur holds the seat for Nandi Hills, while Paul Kibichy Biego serves Chesumei.
CONTITUENCY | NUMBER OF VOTERS |
ALDAI | 78,005 |
MOSOP | 77,786 |
CHESUMEI | 74,201 |
CHESUMEI | 74,201 |
EMGWEN | 66,940 |
TINDERET | 51,446 |
Emgwen is represented by Josses Kiptoo Kosgey, and Abraham Kipsang Kirwa is the MP for Mosop.
About Nandi County
Nandi County is located in the Rift Valley region of Kenya and is known for its scenic highlands, tea plantations, and rich cultural heritage.
The county’s capital is Kapsabet, and it covers an area of approximately 2,884 square kilometers.
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Nandi County is part of the larger North Rift region and is often referred to as the “Source of Champions” due to its reputation for producing world-class long-distance runners.
The terrain is characterized by rolling hills and fertile soils, making it ideal for agriculture, especially tea farming, which is a major economic activity.
The cool climate and abundant rainfall also support dairy farming and maize production.
Nandi County is inhabited by the Nandi people, a sub-group of the Kalenjin ethnic group.
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