20/02/2026
UPDATE: THE LATE SENATOR Hon. William Cheptumo has posthumously been ranked among the most active Members of Parliament in the country, having made 347 contributions on the floor of Parliament during the 13th Parliament.
At the county level, the former senator leads in overall parliamentary participation, reflecting his active legislative role before his passing. He is followed by Joseph Makilap (Baringo North), who has recorded 220 contributions over the last three years.
Musa Sirma (Eldama Ravine) ranks third with 211 contributions, while Baringo County Woman Representative Flowrence Jematiah Sergon comes fourth with 156 contributions.
William Kamket (Tiaty) ranks fifth with 145 contributions, followed by nominated MP Bishop Jackson Kosgei with 77 contributions.
Below is the full Ranking of Baringo County MPs and Senators (13th Parliament Contributions) as compiled by Baringo News.
1. Sen. Hon. William Cheptumo (Posthumous) — 347 speeches
2. Hon. Joseph Makilap (Baringo North) — 220
3. Hon. Musa Sirma (Eldama Ravine) — 211
4. Hon. Flowrence Jematiah Sergon (Woman Rep.) — 156
5. Hon. William Kamket, CBS (Tiaty) — 145
6. Hon. Bishop Jackson Kosgei, CBS (Nominated) — 77
7. Hon. Charles Kamuren, CBS (Baringo South) — 55
8. Hon. Joshua Kandie (Baringo Central) — 52
9. Hon. Reuben Kiborek (Mogotio) — 38
10. Hon. Harold Kipchumba (Nominated) — 4 (Joined Parliament in August 2025)
11. Sen. Hon. Kiprono Chemitei (Baringo Senator) — 0 (Joined Parliament in December 2025)
Context Behind Parliamentary Contributions
Parliamentary speaking frequency, also viewed as a measure of representation and law making, is often influenced by institutional roles. Committee chairpersons and leadership members typically receive more opportunities to speak because they table committee reports and respond to questions directed to their committees.
For instance, Hon. Musa Sirma serves as Chairperson of the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) Committee, while Hon. William Kamket is the Vice Chairperson of the Constitutional Implementation Oversight Committee — roles that naturally increase participation during House proceedings.
Additionally, Members of the Senate generally record higher speaking opportunities compared to National Assembly MPs due to chamber size. The Senate has 59 members, allowing more debate time per senator, while the National Assembly comprises 369 members, making speaking slots comparatively more competitive.
The ranking therefore reflects not only individual activity but also institutional responsibilities within Parliament, offering insight into how leaders representing Baringo County engage in legislative work.
Source: Mzalendo Trust - mzaledo.com
