Dr. Daniel Mwachesa Yumbya

Dr. Daniel Yumbya is a prominent Kenyan public servant and political aspirant contesting the Machakos County Senatorial seat under the Wiper Democratic Movement for the 2027 general election. Professionally, he is highly respected for his over a decade of service as the founding Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC), followed by a tenure as the Health County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Machakos County. A close ally and adviser to Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Dr. Yumbya recently resigned from his county executive role to fully focus on his senate campaign, which centers on strengthening devolution, improving healthcare resources, and enhancing oversight of local public funds.