Nancy Gathungu
Nancy Gathungu is a highly respected Kenyan public servant and the Auditor-General of the Republic of Kenya, known for her integrity, professionalism, and dedication to promoting accountability in public finance management. Appointed to the position in July 2020, she became the second woman in Kenya’s history to hold this crucial constitutional office after Edward Ouko’s tenure. Her leadership at the Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) has been marked by transparency, innovation, and a strong commitment to ensuring that public resources are managed prudently and in line with the law.
Nancy Gathungu holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree from the University of Nairobi and a master’s in business administration (MBA) from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT). She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK), reflecting her solid grounding in financial management and auditing.
Throughout her career at the OAG, Gathungu has championed institutional reforms, modernized audit systems through digital transformation, and emphasized performance and environmental audits to ensure sustainable development. Her focus on ethics and good governance has strengthened Kenya’s oversight institutions and reinforced public trust in financial reporting.
Under her stewardship, the Auditor-General’s office has increased its engagement with citizens, encouraging transparency through public audit reports and enhancing the accountability of both national and county governments.
Nancy Gathungu’s impact extends beyond auditing—she is a mentor to women professionals, advocating for inclusion and leadership in governance and finance. Her exemplary service and reform-minded approach continue to shape Kenya’s accountability framework, earning her recognition as one of the country’s leading voices in public sector integrity and good governance.
Famous Quote
Public resources must be used for the public good, not for personal gain. Accountability is not optional—it is the cornerstone of good governance.
— Nancy Gathungu
