Mombasa County may be Kenya’s smallest county in size, but it plays a big role in the country’s politics and governance. With only 212.5 square kilometres of land, Mombasa is divided into 30 wards, each represented by an elected Member of County Assembly (MCA).
These MCAs were elected during the 2022 general elections and now serve under the leadership of Governor Abdullswamad Nassir.
This article presents a full list of elected MCAs in Mombasa County and explains their key functions and benefits.
Elected MCAs In Mombasa County—2022 Complete Guide
The Members of County Assembly (MCAs) represent the grassroots in the county assembly. They ensure the voices of their wards are heard, and they participate in critical decisions that affect development and service delivery.
MCAs in Changamwe Sub-county
- Port Reitz – Makarani Fadhili (ODM)
- Kipevu – Nyache Leila (ODM)
- Airport – Omondi Ibrahim (Independent)
- Changamwe – Benard Ochieng (ODM)
- Chaani – Frankline Mbega (Independent)
MCAs in Jomvu Sub-county
- Jomvu Kuu – Joshua Ong’au (ODM)
- Miritini – Kibwana Swaleh (ODM)
- Mikindani – Jacktone Oluoch (ODM)
MCAs in Kisauni Sub-county
- Mjambere – Amriya Boy (ODM)
- Junda – Silvester Tsuma (UDA)
- Bamburi – Patrick Mwavula (ODM)
- Mwakirunge – Mwinyi Mtoto (Wiper)
- Mtopanga – Morgan Ndapatani (UDA)
- Magogoni – Hassan Ulher (ODM)
- Shanzu – Allen Rodgers (ODM)
MCAs in Nyali Sub-county
- Freretown – Maryam Sharif (ODM)
- Ziwa La Ng’ombe – Hamisi Nyota (ODM)
- Mkomani – Eliud Kimari (ODM)
MCAs in Mvita Sub-county
- Kongowea – Samwel Mwaura (UDA)
- Kadzandani – Fatuma Swaleh (ODM)
- Mji Wa Kale – Abdirahman Abdikadir (ODM)
- Tudor – Samir Gulamabbass (UDA)
- Tononoka – Ali Omar Sharif (ODM)
- Shimanzi/ Ganjoni – Prischilla Mema (ODM)
- Majengo – Ahmed Khamis (ODM)
MCAs in Likoni Sub-county
- Mtongwe – Nusura Mwinyi (ODM)
- Shika Adabu – Mwalimu Juma (ODM)
- Bofu – Juma Seif (ODM)
- Likoni – Athman Rama (ODM)
- Timbwani – Hamisi Salim (ODM)
What MCAs Do In Mombasa County
Members of County Assembly (MCAs) play an important role in county governance. Each of the 30 MCAs in Mombasa has several duties that help improve the lives of residents in their wards.
Representation at the County Assembly
MCAs are the link between the people and the county government. They bring the needs, problems and suggestions of their constituents to the assembly. This helps shape the county’s policies, plans and budget based on the real issues facing local communities.
Legislation and Oversight
MCAs take part in making laws that govern Mombasa County. They attend county assembly sittings and serve on various committees. Through these roles, they make decisions on how the county is run and how money is spent. They also monitor county projects to ensure accountability.
Development Projects and Service Delivery
MCAs work closely with the executive arm of the county to initiate and follow up on development projects like road repairs, water services, education programs and youth empowerment. Their job is to ensure county services reach every corner of their ward.
MCA Salaries In Kenya
The salary of an MCA in Kenya is officially set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC). These elected leaders earn a total of Ksh 144,375 per month. This amount covers their basic salary, house allowance and market adjustment.
Salary Breakdown for MCAs
| Component | Amount (Ksh) |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary | 86,625 |
| House Allowance | 45,000 |
| Market Adjustment | 12,750 |
| Total Per Month | 144,375 |
This monthly income excludes other allowances and benefits MCAs may receive while attending meetings, traveling, or serving on committees.
With representation from ODM, UDA, Wiper, and a few Independents, Mombasa’s county assembly reflects a mix of political views. Residents can follow their local MCA’s performance to ensure their voices are truly represented in the county’s future.
