Hon. Prof. Phylis Bartoo is the Member of Parliament for Moiben Constituency, having won the seat during the 2022 general elections under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket. She transitioned from academia to politics, previously serving as a dean and senior lecturer at Egerton University in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Prof. Bartoo […]
Hon. Prof. Phylis Bartoo is the Member of Parliament for Moiben Constituency, having won the seat during the 2022 general elections under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket. She transitioned from academia to politics, previously serving as a dean and senior lecturer at Egerton University in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Prof. Bartoo holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, earned in 2010. Her academic expertise includes sociolinguistics, applied linguistics, and second language pedagogy.
Before venturing into politics, she was widely recognized for her community work, such as sponsoring needy students, providing housing for those from remote areas, and linking graduates to job opportunities. These efforts earned her significant goodwill within her community, which ultimately led to her political career. Her slogan, “Mama na Kazi,” and inclusive campaign strategies helped secure her electoral success.
Hon. Phyllis Bartoo is a Kenyan politician currently serving as the Member of Parliament for Moiben Constituency, Uasin Gishu County, under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party since August 2022. She has a strong academic background, holding a Ph.D. from Wits University and a Bachelor of Education (Arts) from Kenyatta University. Prior to joining politics, she worked as a professor at Egerton University. Her career reflects a blend of academic excellence and public service.
Professor at Egerton University and a long time farmer.
Hon. Phyllis Bartoo is a Kenyan politician currently serving as the Member of Parliament for Moiben Constituency, Uasin Gishu County, under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party since August 2022. She has a strong academic background, holding a Ph.D. from Wits University and a Bachelor of Education (Arts) from Kenyatta University. Prior to joining politics, she worked as a professor at Egerton University. Her career reflects a blend of academic excellence and public service.
Hon. Phyllis Bartoo is a Kenyan politician currently serving as the Member of Parliament for Moiben Constituency, Uasin Gishu County, under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party since August 2022. She has a strong academic background, holding a Ph.D. from Wits University and a Bachelor of Education (Arts) from Kenyatta University. Prior to joining politics, she worked as a professor at Egerton University. Her career reflects a blend of academic excellence and public service.
Professor at Egerton University and a long time farmer.
Hon. Phyllis Bartoo is a Kenyan politician currently serving as the Member of Parliament for Moiben Constituency, Uasin Gishu County, under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party since August 2022. She has a strong academic background, holding a Ph.D. from Wits University and a Bachelor of Education (Arts) from Kenyatta University. Prior to joining politics, she worked as a professor at Egerton University. Her career reflects a blend of academic excellence and public service.