Western Kenya is home to some of the wealthiest people in the country and beyond. From successful politicians to business moguls, the region boasts of individuals who have made their mark in different sectors of the economy. We look at the top 20 richest people in Western Kenya, their sources of income and net worth.
In the Western region are four counties among them Kakamega, Bungoma, Busia, and Vihiga. From a cumulative population of about 6 million are top cream millionaires behind reputable business empires.
Top 25 Richest people in Western Kenya
Apart from business, the majority of deep-pocket investors from Western Kenya are dominant in local politics.
The net worth of Julius Mwale is estimated at Ksh 250 billion, making him the richest man in Western Kenya
2. Philip Arungah Kisa net worth Ksh 10 billion
Philip Arungah Kisa is the founding managing director at Urgent Cargo Handling LTD which he launched in 1985.
Kisa Arungah’s net worth is estimated to be over Ksh 10 billion, making him one of the most powerful industrialists in western Kenya.
3. Cleophas Shimanyalu net worth Ksh 5 billion
Initially a tout along Kakamega-Kisumu road, Cleophas Shimanyalu is now CEO of renowned brands such as Western Cross Express Company and Homeboyz Buses.
The middle-aged Cleophas is worth Ksh. 5 billion as of 2023.
4. Musalia Mudavadi net worth Ksh 4 billion
Amani National Congress leader Musalia Mudavadi is a long-serving Kenyan politician.
Formerly a Deputy Prime Minister of Kenya, he is now a prime cabinet secretary in the regime of William Samoei Arap Ruto.
The net worth of Musalia Mudavadi is Ksh 4 billion. The big wig is a native of Sabatia Constituency, Vihiga County.
5. Ibrahim Ambwere net worth Ksh 3 billion
The Kitale-based billionaire Ibrahim Ambwere struck the nation when he offered to pay Ksh 48 million in delayed salaries to all teachers across the country.
It turns out that he is a clever stock broker in various parts of the country including Mbale, Kakamega, Kisumu, and Nairobi.
The net worth of Ibrahim Ambwere is now Ksh 3 billion.
6. Moses Wetangula net worth Ksh 2.4 billion
Legal expert and Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetangula, is a prominent lawyer and politician.
The FORD-Kenya party leader was formerly a Minister for Foreign Affairs. As we speak, Moses Wetangula net worth is Ksh 2.4 billion.
7. Francis Atwoli net worth Ksh 2 billion
Trade Unionist Francis Atwoli is a seasoned Secretary-General of the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU). He doubles up as a board member of the International Labour Organization (ILO).
Retired Vice President Moody Awori is an economically vibrant Kenyan with vested interests in sports, real estate, and the hospitality industry.
Born in 1928, the 97 years old Moody Awori brags a net worth of Ksh. 1.5 billion.
9. Eugene Wamalwa net worth Ksh 750 million
Former devolution Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa is a prominent Kenyan politician of all time. He was previously the Cabinet Minister of Water and Irrigation.
The 54 years old Wamalwa born in 1969 in Saboti at the foot of Mount Elgon, is a career lawyer and serial entrepreneur.
Wamalwa’s net worth is estimated to be over Ksh 700 million, with most of his wealth coming from his successful political career.
10. Wycliffe Oparanya net worth Ksh 700 million
The former governor of Kakamega County, Wycliffe Oparanya, is a force to reckon with in Western Kenyan economics.
Born March 25, 1956, Wycliffe Oparanya’s age is 69 years as of 2025 with a net worth exceeding Ksh. 700,000.
There are even more affluent Luhya individuals still on the low-key.
The list of richest people in Western Kenya is not complete without Julius Mwale, Francis Atwoli, Moody Awori, Moses Wetangula, and Wycliffe Oparanya on top.
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