Kanyari rebuffs narrative he’s entering politics for a big payday

Salvation Healing Ministry founder Pastor Victor Kanyari has dismissed claims that his interest in the Kasarani parliamentary seat is motivated by the lucrative salary and perks that come with being a Member of Parliament.

Speaking during his midweek church service on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Kanyari said the earnings attached to the MP position are actually modest compared to the income he already makes from his businesses.

According to the controversial preacher, the estimated KSh800,000 monthly salary earned by MPs is not enough to attract him into politics purely for financial reasons.

“I am currently vying for the Kasarani MP seat, but people should not think I am going there because of the big salary of around KSh800,000. That amount is actually very small money,” Kanyari told congregants.

He went on to claim that some of his personal businesses are capable of generating a similar amount within a single day.

“I have many businesses, and those businesses can make even KSh800,000 in a day. So I’m not joining politics because of money. I’m interested in the connections,” he added.

Politics About Influence, Not Money

Kanyari explained that his main motivation for entering politics is the influence and networks that come with leadership positions.

The televangelist said he believes such political connections could also benefit his followers by opening doors to opportunities and leadership roles in the future.

According to him, some of the people close to him could eventually rise to positions such as Members of County Assembly (MCAs), Women Representatives, and other elective offices through the networks he hopes to build.

“When I get those connections, I will also connect my followers. Some of them could become MCAs, Women Representatives, and even bigger leaders in future,” he said.

Revisits KSh310 Miracle Seed Strategy

Kanyari also reflected on his controversial past fundraising tactics in church, particularly the famous KSh310 “miracle seed” contributions that once dominated his ministry.

The preacher admitted that he deliberately kept the amount at KSh310 because it was affordable for many followers and encouraged wider participation.

He explained that increasing the amount could have discouraged supporters from contributing.

“That time when I used to ask followers to send KSh310 for miracles, people were comfortable sending it because it was fair. I never changed the amount because I understood many people were willing to send KSh310,” he said.

“I could not suddenly ask for KSh1,000 when people were not willing to give that amount. You also have to be wise when it comes to branding,” Kanyari added.