His remarks, made on social media, have divided opinions, with some supporting him while others strongly disagree.
On Monday, March 3, Kaluma took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his opposition to circumcision.
He likened the practice to female genital mutilation (FGM) and dismissed it as unnecessary.
"Stop circumcision," he wrote. "Donkeys don’t circumcise.
All animals don’t circumcise except a few human beings who have been lied to that they are grandchildren of Abraham, a man who lived in the desert without water!"
His statement immediately attracted mixed reactions, with some questioning why an elected leader would engage in such a debate.
Others pointed out that Homa Bay County has one of the highest HIV prevalence rates in Kenya, and medical research has shown that circumcision reduces the risk of infection.
Many Kenyans took to social media to respond to Kaluma’s views.
Some supported his argument, saying circumcision was a cultural belief rather than a necessity.
Others, however, criticized him, highlighting the health benefits linked to the practice.
One user, @NabasMitei, responded, "Uncircumcised men are more prone to infections.
In contrast, animals like donkeys don’t circumcise because they lack the cognitive ability to perform surgery or the need to address human-specific health risks."
Another, @Wasonga227, said, "Male circumcision has demonstrated health benefits, including lowering cervical cancer rates among female partners and reducing HIV transmission.
As an MP from Homa Bay, your remarks are irresponsible."
However, some agreed with Kaluma. @gabriel_0guda wrote, "Can't agree more! Let my skin be."
@RealJaduong added, "Circumcision is pure colonialism."
Circumcision has long been practiced by many communities in Kenya as a rite of passage.
In addition to cultural significance, health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and Kenya’s Ministry of Health promote male circumcision as a preventive measure against sexually transmitted infections.
Despite this, Kaluma remains firm in his stance, encouraging Kenyans to rethink the practice.
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