Bungoma County is one of the 47 Counties in Kenya, with its capital in Bungoma Town. It covers an area of 2,069 km squared, has a population of 1,0670,570 (as per the 2019 census) and has nine sub-counties. Which are the sub-counties in Bungoma County?
Bungoma County is known for agriculture, the backbone of its economy. Most families rely on crop production and animal rearing. The main crops include maize, finger millet, beans, sweet potatoes, bananas, and assorted vegetables.
Bungoma sub-counties and wards
Bungoma County (039) is located in the western part of Kenya. It is divided into nine sub-counties, 45 wards, and 236 village units. Here is the list of sub-counties in Bungoma County.
| Sub-county | County assembly wards | No. of county assembly wards |
| Kanduyi | Bukembe West, Bukembe East, Township, Khalaba, Musikoma, East Sang’alo, West Sang’alo, Tuuti/ Marakaru | 8 |
| Bumula | South Bukusu, Bumula, Khasoko, Kabula, Kimaeti, West Bukusu, Siboti | 7 |
| Webuye East | Mihuu, Ndivisi, Maraka | 3 |
| Webuye West | Sitikho, Matulo, Bokoli, Misikhu | 4 |
| Kabuchai | Kabuchai/Chwele, West Nalondo, Bwake/Luuya, Mukuyuni | 4 |
| Sirisia | Namela, Malakisi/South Kulisiru, Lwandanyi | 3 |
| Tongaren | Mbakalo, Naitiri/Kabuyefwe, Milima, Ndalu, Tongaren, Soysambu/Mituwa | 6 |
| Kimilili | Kibingei, Kimilili, Maeni, Kamukuywa | 4 |
| Mt Elgon | Cheptais, Chesikaki, Chepyuk, Kapkateny, Kaptama, Elgon | 6 |
Registered voters in Bungoma per sub-county
In the Kenyan electoral system, voter registration, or enrolment, mandates that an individual otherwise eligible to vote must formally register on an electoral roll.
This registration is typically a necessary prerequisite for obtaining permission or entitlement to cast a vote. Here is a complete list of the total registered voters in Bungoma County for the 2022 general elections.
| Sub-county | No. of registered voters |
| Mt Elgon | 76,159 |
| Sirisia | 48,717 |
| Kabuchai | 67,221 |
| Bumula | 82,047 |
| Kanduyi | 118,333 |
| Webuye East | 48,950 |
| Webuye West | 58,632 |
| Kimilili | 61,587 |
| Tongaren | 84,952 |
| Total | 646,598 |
Which sub-county is Kanduyi constituency in?
Kanduyi is one of the sub-counties in Kenya's Bungoma County, in the western region. It has five county assembly wards: Bukembe West, Bukembe East, Township, Khalaba, Musikoma, East Sang'alo, West Sang'alo, and Tuuti/ Marakaru.
Which tribe is found in Bungoma County?
Bungoma County is predominantly inhabited by the Bukusu people, known for their vibrant and tenacious character. During the late 19th century, they demonstrated resilience by opposing British rule in a conflict that originated at Lumboka and concluded near Webuye at Chetambe.
The Bukusu are primarily engaged in agriculture, adept at both crop cultivation and livestock farming.
The political leadership of Bungoma County
Over the past 17 years, the political landscape of Bungoma has predominantly aligned with Ford-Kenya, the political party formerly led by the ex-vice president, Wamalwa Kijana. This affiliation has allowed the residents of Bungoma to engage and participate in national politics.
Currently serving as the governor of Bungoma County is Kenneth Lusaka (2022-2027). Lusaka held the position of the inaugural governor from 2013 to 2017, succeeded by Dr. Wycliffe Wafula Wangamati (2017-2022). Moses Wetangula has served as the senator since 2013, while Catherine Nanjala Wambilianga has been the women's representative since 2017.
Final word on Bungoma County
There are nine sub-counties in Bungoma County subdivided into 41county assembly wards. The total number of registered voters in Bungoma County is 646,598 as of the 2022 general election.
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