Welcome to our diocesan family
Catholic Diocese
of Kakamega
United in faith. Rooted in Christ.
A community of hope, walking together in service.
Faith · Communion · Service
One Church.
Many communities.
A shared calling.
Since 1978, the Catholic Diocese of Kakamega has brought the Good News of Jesus Christ to the people of Kakamega and Vihiga. Together, we nurture faith, care for our neighbours, and serve with love.
Our story & mission1978
Year of establishment
950,000
Catholics in our community
10
Deaneries, one family
2
Counties we serve
From the Bishop’s Desk
A word from
our shepherd
Rt. Rev. Joseph Obanyi Sagwe
Bishop of Kakamega
“As we pray for them we urge them to continue shining the light of salvation to a longing humanity.”
World Day of Consecrated Life · 31 January 2026
Read the Bishop’s reflectionLife of the Diocese
Gathered in faith
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1978–2028 · Our Golden Jubilee journey