Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba has added her voice to the ongoing debate on whether the women representative position should be scrapped.

In a statement on Sunday, June 8, 2025, Wamuchomba differed with those calling for its abolishment. The vocal MP argued that the elective post has helped several women elevate their political careers in the country, maintaining that it served as a stepping stone for their blossoming pursuit.

She also credited her stint as Kiambu Women Representative, which helped her gain political mileage that catapulted her to victory in the Githunguri constituency.

“Those tagging me on “scraping the Women Rep position” debate wanted my honest opinion. I’m a beneficiary of an Affirmative action seat in 2017. I didn’t have much muscle to punch politically. It was my springboard to spring back in 2022, and by the grace of God ,i did. I was elected competitively as a single constituency member. I defeated men, but that doesn’t make me a man! I’m a woman who found favour with voters,” she stated.

Vote wisely

While defending the elective post, Wamuchomba challenged the electorate to vote wisely. While taking a subtle swipe at some lawmakers who have been accused of failing to play their role, Wamuchomba encouraged the voters to consider those with leadership qualities rather than those who base their campaigns on their aesthetic appeals, including the ability to dance.

“Don’t scrap the position of women Rep, it is a river mouth to many successful women MPs and governors,” Wamuchomba insisted.

“Just don’t elect cake matrons and dance hall queens and expect them to get affirmed.”

Concerns

The idea of scrapping women rep position conspicuously featured during the Gen-Z-led protests in June 2024 and further peaked after cases of femicide increased in the country.

Most people questioned their role, as most of them remained silent while women continued to lose their lives. This sparked conversations, with most people suggesting that the position should be scrapped.

Others argued that 47 women representatives were a burden to taxpayers.

With the 2027 polls fast approaching, Kenyans are expected to continue presenting views regarding various positions in the country.

Those tagging me on “scraping the Women Rep position” debate wanted my honest opinion .
I’m a beneficiary of Affirmative action seat in 2017 .I didnt have much muscle to punch politically. It was my springboard to spring back in 2022 and by the Grace of God ,i did . I was…

— Hon.Gathoni Wamuchomba, HSC, MP (@hon_wamuchomba) June 7, 2025