Governor Kenneth Maneno Lusaka has announced major interim changes in Bungoma County’s executive team after a court ruling temporarily stopped the dismissal of his entire cabinet.
In a statement issued Saturday, Lusaka said the April 9, 2026 decision to dissolve the cabinet had been made in good faith and in the public interest, aimed at improving efficiency and protecting the integrity of county institutions.
However, the affected officials challenged the move in court. On April 17, the Bungoma Employment and Labour Relations Court suspended the governor’s decision pending final determination.
Lusaka said his administration would respect the court ruling and ensure county services continue uninterrupted.
Key Cabinet changes
Bonventure Chengek moved from Roads and Public Works to Finance.
Caroline Makali shifted from Finance to Roads.
Dr. David Wamamili retains Public Administration and will also act as CECM for Gender, Sports and Culture.
Jeniffer Mbatiany appointed Acting CECM for Trade and Industrialization.
Officials Retaining Positions
Dr. Andrew Wamalwa – Water
Dr. Monica Fedha – Lands
Eng. Agnes Wachie – Education
Eng. Kibunguchi – Agriculture
CPA Chrispinus Barasa – Health
Sent on Leave
Architect Douglas Sasita
Mr. Benedict Emacar
Chief Officers Reshuffled
Dinah Makokha – Roads
Edward Makhandia – Livestock
Dr. Magrina Mayama – Agriculture
Reuben Wambwa – Water
David Maling’a – Health and Sanitation
CPA Rashid Fwamba additionally becomes Acting Chief Officer for Economic Planning.
Lusaka said further administrative changes in Roads and Finance will be implemented within one week.
The reshuffle comes as Bungoma leadership faces growing pressure to maintain stability, governance continuity, and public service delivery amid ongoing legal and administrative disputes.
