Wycliffe Oparanya

Wycliffe Oparanya

politician Kenya

Wycliffe Oparanya is a prominent Kenyan politician who served as the Governor of Kakamega County and was a member of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). He gained recognition for his leadership and development initiatives in the region. Oparanya previously contested for the Kakamega gubernatorial seat in 2013 against Malava MP Malulu Injendi, who later succeeded him in Parliament. His political career has been marked by significant contributions to local governance and policy-making.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
7 wks
Reach
701,544
Power
1,383$
Sentiment
5.10
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Kenya 10 5.10 0.77% +70% 53,771,296 701,544 $106,000 1,383$
Totals 10 53,771,296 701,544 $106,000 1,383$
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Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: Wycliffe Oparanya is the Co-operatives Cabinet Secretary involved in a legal case regarding corruption and abuse of office charges. 5

The Standard: Court overturns DPP decision to drop Oparanya graft charges

Kenya Kenya: Wycliffe Oparanya is involved in a court case regarding a graft issue. 4

The Standard: Blow to Oparanya as court nullifies withdrawal of Sh2.2b graft case

Kenya Kenya: Wycliffe Oparanya has cautioned ODM leaders against divisive internal politics that he says threaten to weaken the party ahead of the 2027 General Election. 7

The Standard: Oparanya warns ODM against divisive politics amid leadership row in Kakamega

Kenya Kenya: Wycliffe Oparanya is part of the ODM quartet that took over as Cabinet Secretaries one year ago. 5

The Standard: Broad based CSs: ODM quartet, Mt Kenya trio and the betrayal of Gen Zs

Kenya Kenya: Wycliffe Oparanya commended Nkukuu for her impact on the Financial Inclusion Fund. 8

The Standard: Henry Tanui appointed new Hustler Fund CEO

Kenya Kenya: Oparanya, who has clashed with Barasa, is said to be positioning himself for a new political vehicle or alliance with Wetang’ula. 4

The Standard: Barasa retains Kakamega ODM chair post as primaries stall