Most Kenyan politicians are known for controversy and push for hefty perks. However, there are some of them who have made names for themselves in the sports sector.
TeamKenya.co.ke takes a look at the five prominent politicians and the sports they play both during their leisure times and in competitive events.
Kipchumba Murkomen
Senator Murkomen, one of the most vocal politicians in the country, is a football player. He played football while in high school and he continues to do so.
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He has captained Bunge FC to the East African Parliamentary Games on several occasions.
In November 2021, Harambee Stars sent Kipchumba a cheeky message stating that they would like to secure his services following his spectacular free kick in Bunge FC’s 2-1 loss to Vitambe FC. The match was held at the Nyayo National Stadium.
In December the same year, Murkomen netted a hat-trick against Ugandan legislators to help Bunge FC top the group at the East African games held in Tanzania.
Esther Passaris
Esther Passaris plays golf and she recently took part in the FIDA-Kenya Charity Golf Tournament alongside the likes of Chief Justice Martha Koome.
Another high profile event that Passaris has taken part is the Crown Paints Golf tournament staged in the coastal town of Nyali on August 27 this year.
Aaron Cheruiyot
Aaron Cheruiyot, the leader of majority at the senate is the current captain of Bunge FC.
At Bunge FC, Cheruiyot plays as a forward, precisely a striker.
Apart from Bunge FC, the Arsenal FC fan also plays for Leysa FC - a side that features in the Wazee Premier League.
Bunge FC is tutored by former Harambee Stars defender George Sunguti.
Dan Wanyama
Dan Wanyama Sitati, the current member of parliament for Webuye West constituency is a volleyball player.
He is the captain of the Kenyan legislators volleyball team. Prior to becoming an MP, Wanyama was the captain of the Kenya National Men’s Volleyball team.
At the national team, Wanyama played alongside the likes of respected coach David Lung’aho.
Vincent Musyoka
The member of parliament for Mwala Constituency is one of the best athletes in the current Parliament.
His sprinting prowess has helped him to bag numerous trophies including three 100m titles at the East African Inter-Parliamentary Games gold medals.
Apart from the 100m discipline, Musyoka also competes in the 200m race.
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