Popular Kenyan content creator Dem Wa Facebook eyes the 2027 Women Rep seat as she jumps from online comedy sketches to running for office in the next general election. Millicent Ayuwa Obayi, the woman behind the viral character Dem Wa Facebook, dropped the news by sharing a sharp campaign poster on her social media pages, making it official she’s going independent for the role.
She posted the announcement recently, complete with a clean design showing her smiling confidently and listing her main goals. No party colours, no big endorsements – just her name and a promise to fight for everyday issues.
In the caption, she directly questioned her followers: is 2027 the right time, or should she wait until 2032? She also pushed people to register as voters if they haven’t already, saying every voice counts in shaping what’s next.
Dem Wa Facebook established her reputation by creating humorous videos that satirise relationships, family drama, and everyday life in a relatable manner. Her Luhya roots shine through in her humour, with slang and stories that connect fast with audiences across the country.
From plumbing work and playing football for teams like Bungoma Queens to blowing up on TikTok and Facebook, she’s turned laughs into a full-time gig. Brands notice her too – she’s landed deals and even got named among the most influential women in digital spaces. Now she’s flipping the script, taking that same direct style into politics.
Her four-point plan keeps things straightforward. First up: transparency and accountability, meaning leaders should answer for what they do with public money and promises. Then women’s economic empowerment – helping ladies start businesses, get skills training, or access loans without endless hurdles.
Youth empowerment comes next, focusing on jobs, education, and chances for young people to build futures instead of waiting around. Last is representation and voice in leadership, pushing for more women and regular citizens to have real say in decisions that affect them.
Going independent means skipping party primaries and heading straight to the ballot. That path has risks – no ready-made machine for campaigns or funding – but it also lets her stay true to her message without owing favours.
She’s not the first creator to try this; others have tested the waters from social media fame to ballots. What sets her apart is how she’s already asking the public for input before diving in fully. That poll-style question about timing shows she’s listening or at least wants to look like she is.
Reactions rolled in quickly once the poster hit feeds. Some fans cheered, saying it’s time fresh faces shake things up. “Dem Wa for the win – she speaks our language,” one comment read. Others wondered if online popularity turns into votes on the ground.
Politics demands more than likes – door-to-door work, rallies, dealing with critics who dig for dirt. Her past controversies, like stories she’s shared about school struggles or personal ups and downs, might get replayed. But she owns her journey, from tough starts to internet stardom, which could pull in voters tired of polished politicians.
Women Rep seats exist to champion issues like gender equality, family matters, and community programmes. Whoever wins gets a national platform to push bills or funds for those areas. With incumbents in various counties stepping aside or shifting seats – like some eyeing the Senate instead – openings appear in places like Nairobi or others.
Dem Wa hasn’t pinned down which county yet in the public post, but her reach spans wide, especially in urban and western spots where her content hits hardest.
She’s urging registration drives too, reminding young people especially that sitting out means missing the chance to choose. In a country where voter turnout sometimes dips among the youth, that nudge matters.
If she runs full throttle, expect more videos blending her comedy with campaign talk – maybe skits about bad leaders or empowerment stories to keep the energy up.
This move highlights how digital stars are stepping into real-world roles. Creators have influence now – millions follow their takes on life, so why not on policy? Dem Wa Facebook’s jump tests if laughs translate to leadership trust. 2027 feels far, but announcements like this start conversations early.
Whether she goes in 2027 or waits, she’s already got people talking about who should represent women next time around. For now, she’s keeping it interactive. Drop your thoughts on her pages – she says she’s reading them.
