At only 23, he was elected into the Parliament of Kenya on an independent candidate ticket.
In 2017, John Paul Mwirigi, from Igembe South Constituency, ran a grassroots, door-to-door campaign on foot and using public transport and bicycles because he had very little money and no big party backing. He beat several wealthy, well-funded opponents to win 76% of the total vote.
If you are a young person with intentions to run, run. Don't be afraid of the people who have money. Don't be afraid that you will not be handed a big party ticket. Ingia ground... everything is possible.
