Elijah Mwangi, Principal Secretary for the State Department for Mining under the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs, has been ranked as Kenya’s top-performing PS by Microtrak Africa. His notable achievements include a partial lifting of a four-year moratorium on mineral rights, sparking a rise in license applications, and the launch of the Base Resources project, projected to boost Kenya’s GDP by 0.6% through its contribution of 14% to global rutile production.
Joel Arumonyang, PS for the Department of Public Works, ranked second. Recognized for advancements in infrastructure and public service delivery, Arumonyang’s leadership aligns with Kenya’s development goals, setting standards in transparency and accountability.
The survey ranked Principal Secretaries on efficiency, impact, and accountability. Both Mwangi and Arumonyang have garnered praise as exemplary leaders, with Microtrak Africa emphasizing the importance of strong leadership in pivotal government departments.
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