Michael Kijana Wamalwa
Michael Kijana Wamalwa was a prominent Kenyan politician who served as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs. He was a key figure in the political landscape of Western Kenya and is remembered for his contributions to the region, having served as one of its Vice Presidents.
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Michael Kijana Wamalwa was an opposition leader whose leadership wrangles with Raila weakened the party.
History will repeat itself if the Opposition goes to 2027 elections divided
Kenya· 2026-02-24
Raila lost the battle for FORD-Kenya to Michael Kijana Wamalwa.
Fallen opposition leader's life was never short of political dramaKenya· 2025-10-19
Michael Kijana Wamalwa was the Ford Kenya Chairman whose death in August 2003 prompted Raila Odinga to strategize for acceptance in the Mulembe nation.
How Baba battled to win the Mulembe nation after WamalwaKenya· 2025-10-19
Michael Kijana Wamalwa had his body lay in State in Parliament but did not receive the same military honors as Raila Odinga.
Raila Odinga’s final rites: Funeral like no other
Tanzania· 2025-10-19
Michael Kijana Wamalwa was a former Vice President of Kenya who was honored with a state funeral.
Explainer: What's a State funeral, and who qualifies?Kenya· 2025-10-16
Michael Kijana Wamalwa is a late Vice President from the region.
Why Western remains a critical region despite unmet promisesKenya· 2025-07-13
