Kanyari turns birthday celebration into political tour ahead of MP race
Vocal preacher Victor Kanyari turned his birthday celebrations into what appeared to be a political outreach visit in Kamulu, where he engaged residents in discussions about local challenges and development aspirations as he popularised his bid for the Kasarani parliamentary seat.
In a statement shared on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, during the visit, Kanyari said there was no better birthday gift than spending time with the people of Kamulu, noting that the day gave him an opportunity to listen to residents’ views and understand their concerns.
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“On my birthday, hakuna gift kubwa kuliko kuwa pamoja na watu wa Kamulu. Leo nimepata nafasi ya kusikiliza maoni yenu, kujifunza changamoto zenu, na kushiriki maono yetu ya Kasarani bora,” Kanyari wrote.
“Asanteni kwa upendo na support yenu. Together, we shall make a difference.”
The visit, which blended personal celebration with community engagement, is being interpreted by political observers as part of early groundwork ahead of his reported interest in vying for the Kasarani Member of Parliament seat.
Kasarani MP bid
Kanyari said he would align himself with the wishes of his followers, signalling a full pivot to the parliamentary race.
He framed the decision as a collective direction taken with his supporters.
The preacher later reinforced his ambition in a public message, making his intentions clear to Kasarani residents.
“Kasarani Constituency, get ready; in 2027 I’m vying for MP Kasarani,” he wrote.
He used the message to rally support and signal readiness for the 2027 contest.
Reasons for vying
Kanyari also laid out his motivation for entering the race, accusing current leaders of failing residents.
“Nasimama na watu wa Kasarani kwa sababu viongozi ambao wako hawafanyi kazi,” he said, framing his bid as a response to dissatisfaction with leadership in the constituency.
In earlier campaign-style visits to Njiru Ward, Kanyari had outlined a grassroots-focused agenda targeting education and household welfare.
“Nikichaguliwa kuwa mweshimiwa, hutawai lipia mtoto wako school fees,” he said during one of his engagements with residents.
He also pledged to provide school uniforms for needy pupils and distribute basic food aid, including maize flour, to vulnerable families as part of his community outreach.
