By Njeri Irungu,
25 February 2026,
Nairobi, Kenya.
A new survey has ranked Nairobi’s top-performing Members of the County Assembly (MCAs), highlighting ward representatives whom residents say are delivering tangible development and maintaining strong grassroots engagement.
The Kenya Track Survey, released on February 25, 2026, followed a month-long assessment of service delivery across Nairobi’s wards. Conducted between January 20 and February 24, 2026, the study gathered views from 5,456 residents drawn from different parts of the city.
The evaluation focused on measurable development indicators including road improvement, drainage systems, education bursaries, security initiatives, and the overall accessibility and responsiveness of ward leadership. Kenya Track Survey reported a 95 percent confidence level with a margin of error of plus or minus three percent. Of the respondents, 53 percent were female and 47 percent male, with the majority drawn from urban neighbourhoods.
According to the findings, Absalom Odhiambo of Korogocho Ward emerged as the top-performing representative with an approval rating of 80 percent. Residents credited his leadership with improving drainage infrastructure and opening access roads within informal settlements, projects that have eased movement and reduced flooding in flood-prone areas.
Mwangi Waithira of Githurai 44 Ward ranked second with 78 percent. Respondents praised enhanced security through the installation of street lighting and the expansion of market spaces, which have strengthened local commerce.
In third place was Paul Kados of Mihango Ward with a 77 percent approval rating. Residents cited road grading programmes and water projects that have supported the ward’s rapidly growing residential population.
Mwaniki Kwenya, representing Nairobi Central, ranked fourth at 75 percent. Survey participants pointed to improved cleanliness, heightened security presence, and support for 24-hour business operations in the central business district.
Fifth place went to Clement Kamaru of Kahawa West Ward, who scored 73 percent. He was recognised for rehabilitating estate roads and supporting youth development through sports initiatives.
Waithera Chege of South B Ward ranked sixth with 71 percent, earning praise for estate modernisation projects and programmes empowering women and small-scale traders.
Makongeni Ward’s Peter Imwatok secured seventh position with 70 percent, with respondents highlighting his legislative visibility and consistent involvement in ward development activities.
In eighth place was Anthony Kiragu of Waithaka Ward at 68 percent, credited for environmental conservation efforts and drainage improvements aimed at reducing flooding.
Martin Wairobi of Mowlem Ward ranked ninth with 67 percent. Residents acknowledged flood mitigation projects and youth talent development initiatives.
Rounding out the top ten was Moses Ogeto of Kilimani Ward, who scored 65 percent. He was recognised for strengthening urban planning oversight and promoting investor confidence within the ward.
The findings reflect growing public demand for accountable, performance-driven leadership at the county level as Nairobi continues to expand and urban service needs intensify. Observers say the rankings may also influence political conversations ahead of future electoral cycles, with service delivery increasingly shaping voter expectations.
Residents have been encouraged to remain actively engaged with their ward representatives and to continue demanding consistent implementation of development projects and essential public services.
