Misikhu is a rural town on the Southern slopes of Mt Elgon, in Western Province of Kenya. Located ten kilometres north of Webuye towards Kitale, Misikhu is both an administrative and commercial town.
Misikhu is populated by the Bukusu tribe although there are a number of other smaller Luhya clans bordering Misikhu. Other immigrant communities such as Kikuyu, Luo, Kisii and Kambas are present but in small numbers. The area is locally known for its schools which include St. Cecilia Misikhu Girls School,Misikhu R.C Boys, Friends school Magemo and St Francis Secondary School, Makemo.
Health Care is provided by various Clinics e.g. the Emmanuel Clinic which also offers Laboratory services.
There is a weekly open Market each Sunday where most locals congregate. Usually on offer are locally grown produce and household items e.g. Sufria's (saucepan), Clothes, Mattresses etc. A few local bars namely Livonda,Pewama,Simbi,U-Relax offer more than drinks, it is possible to catch music from a local group of blind musicians.
Major churches are available at the market including Kenya Assemblies of God (K.A.G) located near Kimilili junction,Catholic and Deliverance church