Kisumu East Constituency operates under the primary postal code 40100. This administrative unit serves as both a constituency for parliamentary representation and aligns geographically with Kisumu East Sub-County for county governance purposes. Located in Kisumu County, western Kenya, it borders Kisumu Central to the west, Kisumu West to the northwest, Nyando to the east, and Muhoroni to the northeast.
Kisumu East at a Glance
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Administrative Type | Constituency (coterminous with Sub-County) |
| Year Established | 2013 (under devolved governance) |
| Parent County | Kisumu County |
| Geographic Location | Eastern Kisumu County, bordering Lake Victoria’s Winam Gulf |
| Total Area (sq km) | 135.90 |
| Population (Latest Census) | 229,997 (2019) |
| Number of Wards | 7 |
| Administrative HQ | Kisumu City (shared with county HQ) |
| Current Representative (MP) | |
| Latest CDF Allocation |
Administrative Structure
Kisumu East’s governance integrates national and county systems. The National Government operates through the Deputy County Commissioner’s (DCC) office in Kisumu City, overseeing security, implementing national policies, and coordinating national agencies. The County Government of Kisumu manages devolved functions via the Kisumu East Sub-County Administrator, appointed by Governor who supervises ward administrators and local services like primary healthcare and waste management . As a constituency, it utilizes the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), managed by an MP-led committee allocating resources to education, infrastructure, and community projects.
Wards in Kisumu East
Kisumu East comprises five electoral wards:
- Kajulu
- Kolwa Central
- Kolwa East
- Manyatta ‘B’
- Nyalenda ‘A’
Complete Kisumu East Postal Codes
| # | Place Name (Official) | Type | Location/Ward | Postal Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kisumu County Headquarters | Govt Office | Central Ward | 40100 |
| 2 | Ahero Sub-County Hospital | Hospital | Kolwa East | – |
| 4 | Kisumu Girls High School | School | Manyatta ‘B’ | 40100 |
| 5 | Kibos Post Office | Post Office | Kolwa East | 40100 |
| 6 | Ojola Market | Market | Kajulu | – |
| 7 | Kisumu National Polytechnic | College | Nyalenda ‘A’ | 40100 |
| 8 | Kajulu Ward Office | Ward Admin | Kajulu | – |
| 9 | Kondele Market | Market | Nyalenda ‘B’ | – |