In a historic moment set to reshape the political landscape, Kenyan-born Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley is on the verge of making history by becoming the first Kenyan elected to House of Representatives in the United States.
A testament to the power of unwavering determination and the pursuit of dreams, Momanyi’s potential achievement marks a significant milestone for not only Kenyan Americans but also for the immigrant community as a whole.
With an unwavering passion for public service and a deep-rooted belief in the American Dream, Momanyi has long been an advocate for change and equality.
From her humble beginnings in a small village of Magombo in Nyamira County, Kenya to her rise as a prominent community leader in the United States, Momanyi’s journey has been an inspiration to many.
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Her father migrated to the United States in the 1980s paving the way for the family’s relocation in the mid-1990s. Huldah Momanyi was 9 years old when she came to the US and she is a first-generation Kenyan immigrant.
Drawing upon her background in international relations and her extensive experience in grassroots activism, Momanyi is poised to bring a fresh perspective and a strong voice to Congress.
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Her campaign has garnered widespread support, resonating with voters in the Democratic Party in her Distric who see in her the embodiment of hope, diversity, and the promise of a brighter future.
In a hotly contested primary election pitting two African immigrants fighting for the right be the Democratic candidate for District 38A of the Minnesota House of Representatives, Huldah Momanyi defeated Liberian-born Wynfred Russell.
As the first Kenyan to break the barriers and shatter stereotypes, Huldah Momanyi’s potential election to Congress represents not only a personal triumph but also a new chapter in the pursuit of inclusivity and representation for all.
By Isaac Mbugua
Kenyan-born Huldah Momanyi: A Trailblazer in the US Senate Race
