Why Embakasi East MP Aspirant Francis Masinde Is The Most Famous Candidate Among The Residents And His Competitors

Embaka East MP Aspirant Francis Masinde

As 2017 elections draw near aspirants are giving their all to ensure they clinch the seats they are contesting for. In Embakasi East constituency it is in not different as aspirants try to unseat John Omondi the incumbent but one thing has clearly stood out – the increasing popularity and notoriety of Francis Masinde. But who is this Francis Masinde?

Hon Francis Masinde shares the stage with Party Leader RT. Hon Raila Odinga, Deputy Leaders Governors Hon. Ali Hassan Joho and Hon. Wycliffe Oparanya

Francis Masinde was born in the Eastlands area of Nairobi in a family of 11 in 1982 and schooled at Muthurwa Primary and later St Thomas Aquinas, Nairobi. While in school his leadership potential was discovered and he held various leadership positions from the young age. It was also in his school when he discovered his love for sports and arts. He was a member of the school’s Basketball team which then was the National champion.

Growing up in Eastlands, Masinde understands well the needs of the people from the areas perfectly well. Francis started his career in graphic design in 2001 at Monier Limited where his hard work saw him rise through the ranks faster than is the norm. He later joined Creative edge and Ovidian Ltd. At that time he started his business Vivid Advertising which he later took up full time after quitting his job.

Vivid has over time grown to Wex Media, a fully equipped audio visual production company where Masinde is the Audio Visual Director currently.

Hon Francis Masinde share a light Moment with ODM First Lady Mama Ida Odinga

As part of social responsibility, the vibrant Masinde has started several initiatives in the Embakasi East Community. As an entrepreneur, he has been mentoring the youths to start their own businesses and nurturing startups in the area. This has seen youth owned businesses in Embakasi East increase in the last two years since he started the popular mentorship program.

 Masinde is also in the process of planning for medical camps to ensure Embakasi East residents are a healthy population in partnership with doctors and medical practitioners among others. He has also helped youths nurture talents through sponsoring artists from the area to produce videos for free. So far 6 artists such Ayrosh have benefited from this initiative which has seen them produce quality videos that grow their fan base and eventually get them income.

 Francis is also working with schools in the area by providing book donations and sponsoring Talent search concerts in Embakasi east among other initiatives. He has also visited groups such as Soweto women group and presented personal donations to them. Masinde’s slogan is EMPOWERING THE LIKE-MINDED. He is a staunch ODM supporter who is very vocal and loyal in his support for the party. He has been attending most of the party activities and this has seen him earn a fan base and influence even beyond Embakasi. Masinde believes in consultation and has been in constant touch with his team’s Ward Representatives to keep him up-to-date with the needs and happenings in their respective areas.

Here is what some supporters of the incoming MP Embakasi East Francis Masinde had to say. Sande William said, “The people of Embakasi now have a hope for a good future, as the youths we are behind you and we will ensure you get this seat”. Veronica Wambui said ,”Natumai watu wa Embakasi hawatachagua viongozi wabaya tena, tukonaye Kijana barobaro ambaye atahakikisha Embakasi imesonga mbele, tumpe Francis Masinde kura zetu tusijute tena.”