Kuresoi North Constituency: The Highland Battleground

Kuresoi North Constituency is one of the eleven constituencies in Nakuru County. The local economy is greatly supported by agriculture (mainly maize, potatoes, dairy farming, and tea), with growing small-scale enterprises.The constituency is largely rural, with significant potential in value addition for farm produce in the area. Kuresoi North features highland terrain suitable for mixed farming and is home to diverse communities, including Kalenjin, Kikuyu, Kisii, and Ogiek, among others. 

Source: (NG-CDF Kuresoi North)

Demographics and Administrative Units

1. Population: 175,074 (KPHC 2019 census)
2. Projected Population (2026) : Approx ~205,000–210,000 
3. Area: 559.70 km² (highland terrain, some parts forested)
4. Registered Voters (2022): 70,663
5. Number of Wards: 4

Current Ward Leadership (MCAs 2022-2027)

Source: IEBC 2022 County Assembly results

Political Leadership

2022: Alfred Kiprono Mutai (UDA) won the election with 25,635 votes while his key                     opponent, Moses Kipkemboi Cheboi secured position two with 20,395 votes. 

2017: Moses Kipkemboi Cheboi Jubilee Party defended his seat with 36,120 votes                       against Danson Kariuki who vied through Independent ticket and garnered 6,967               votes.

2013: Moses Kipkemboi Cheboi (KANU) won the election with 11,253 votes defeating his            main opponent, Danson Kariuki of Agano Party after he 7,986 votes and became                 the runner up.

Note: Alfred Mutai, a first-time MP and former MCA, defeated the long-serving Deputy Speaker Moses Cheboi in a notable upset aligned with the UDA wave in the Rift Valley.

Source: IEBC (2013, 2017, 2022)

Economic Activities and Development Priorities

Kuresoi North is a key agricultural contributor to Nakuru County’s economy, especially in food production and dairy a giant in the county's economy. Highlights of notable projects are:

Agriculture

Maize, potatoes, dairy farming, and tea are mainstays. Projects focus on value addition, cattle dips, tea buying centres, and avocado farming diversification.

Education

Significant NG-CDF investment in schools — classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and bursaries.

Connectivity: Ongoing road tarmacking (e.g., Kiambereria-Chepsir, Samburet-Kuresoi) and last-mile electricity connections supporting trade and livelihoods.

Community Initiatives

Focus on youth and women empowerment through cooperatives, MSEs, Uwezo Fund, and dairy value chain projects.

There has been a clear shift toward UDA dominance in recent cycles, driven by national political waves, development promises, and strong grassroots mobilization. Key consistent factors include agriculture, infrastructure, ethnic alignments, and demand for better service delivery.

Political Behaviour

Party Influence

The constituency has shifted from KANU (2013) to Jubilee (2017) and now UDA (2022). All four MCAs are UDA, showing strong alignment with the ruling coalition at the grassroots level. Historical Trends: Strong support for parties linked to national and Rift Valley leadership. Voters often back personalities perceived as capable of delivering development. Ethnic and coalition dynamics play a significant role in this cosmopolitan area.

Historical Trends

Strong support for parties linked to national and Rift Valley leadership. Voters often back personalities perceived as capable of delivering development. Ethnic and coalition dynamics play a significant role in this cosmopolitan area.

There has been a clear shift toward UDA dominance in recent cycles, driven by national political waves, development promises, and strong grassroots mobilization. Key consistent factors include agriculture, infrastructure, ethnic alignments, and demand for better service delivery.

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