Hon. Charles Njagua Kanyi is a prominent Kenyan politician, philanthropist, and performing artist. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution from Mount Kenya University and has made significant contributions to both the political and social landscape of Kenya.

Hon. Kanyi served as the Member of Parliament for Starehe Constituency from 2017 to 2022, where he was an active member of the Departmental Committee on Labour and Social Welfare.   In addition to his parliamentary role, Hon. Kanyi is the Founder and Director of the Jaguar Youth Empowerment Foundation, a position he has held since 2012. Through this Foundation, he has dedicated his efforts to empowering youth and addressing social issues in communities.

His previous roles include serving as the Director at the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) from 2015 to 2017 and as a patron of Main Switch Production. Hon. Kanyi is also known for his music career, performing under the name ‘Jaguar’ and has released several popular tracks that resonate with many Kenyans.