Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu is making waves with her passionate call to single mothers across Nairobi, urging them to back her run for Woman Representative in the 2027 elections. At a lively empowerment event in Kasarani just yesterday, she fired back at critics who question her manners or family status, turning the spotlight on the strength of single-parent households. It’s a bold move that’s already sparking debates online and in political circles, especially with the race heating up early.
In her speech, captured in a video that’s circulating fast on platforms like X and TikTok, she said, “Kuna watu wanasema ati sina adabu juu sina familia, kwani hutu tutoto twangu hatutoshi familia. Kama sikusikizana na mwanaume nitamforce ama nijinyonge? Single mothers kwameni na mimi niache kuambiwa sina familia. Naomba mnipe izo kura zenu 2027 nikuwe Woman Rep hapa Nairobi ili nitete single mothers wote!”
The crowd erupted in cheers, and you could feel the energy through the screen. She’s basically saying, why should her kids not count as family? And if a relationship sours, does that mean she has to beg or worse? It’s raw, relatable stuff for many women out there juggling it all alone.
Nyamu, who’s 38 and a lawyer by training, has been a nominated senator since 2022 under the United Democratic Alliance banner. She’s no stranger to the spotlight—her personal life, including relationships and motherhood, often makes headlines.
She’s got three kids from different partners, including one with musician Samidoh, and she’s never shied away from owning that. Back in 2017, she ran for the same Woman Rep seat but didn’t clinch it. Now, she’s positioning herself as a champion for single moms, promising to fight for their rights if elected.
At the Kasarani gathering, themed around empowerment, she handed out support like bursaries and canes for the visually impaired, showing she’s about action too.
But not everyone’s buying in. Social media lit up right after the clip dropped. One X user called her out for leveraging her status to get sympathy votes and asked if she was the right person to lead. Another post made fun of how easy it is for her to get nominations, which hinted at her connections in high places.
Critics refer to things she has said in the past, such strongly defending President Ruto or ignoring challenges from the opposition. But her fans commend her for being honest. One admirer said, “She’s delivered before, so why not give her the shot?”
The race for Nairobi Woman Rep in 2027 is going to be a battle. Esther Passaris, who is currently in charge, might run again. Other names that have come up are Millicent Omanga, Crystal Asige, Corazon Kwamboka, and Maverick Aoko.
Passaris has expertise, Omanga has commercial sense, and the new people promise to bring new ideas to women’s issues. Nyamu’s view on single mothers hits home in a place where many families are like hers. Statistics reveal that more than 30% of Kenyan homes are headed by single parents, who face everything from shame to financial problems.
What makes this interesting is how Nyamu changes the story.Instead of dodging the “no family” jabs, she owns it and rallies a voting bloc that feels overlooked. Remember, Nairobi’s got millions of voters, and women make up a huge chunk.
If she mobilizes single moms effectively, it could swing things her way. But she’ll need to build on this – maybe more events, policy talks on childcare or jobs for parents flying solo.
Whether it’s her blonde pixie cut catching the light at rallies or her no-nonsense Swahili delivery, she commands attention. Still, elections are unpredictable.
She’s got over a year to convince folks she’s more than headlines. For now, her message is clear: single moms deserve a voice, and she’s ready to be it.
As the dust settles from this event, eyes are on how rivals respond. Will Passaris counter with her track record? Or will others join the single-mom solidarity wave? One thing’s sure – 2027 in Nairobi just got a lot more personal. If you’re a voter there, this is one race to watch closely.
