Anne Waiguru

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Anne Waiguru stands out in Kenya's political landscape for her pioneering role in establishing the country's devolved government system. Her tenure as the first Cabinet Secretary for Devolution and Planning set a benchmark for administrative efficiency during a complex transition period. She further cemented her legacy by becoming one of the few women to serve consecutive terms as a county governor, demonstrating sustained voter confidence and political resilience. Her receipt of the EGH and OGW honours underscores the respect she commands within the civil service and government sectors.

AwardsAnne Waiguru has received several prestigious honours for her distinguished service in public administration. She holds the Efficiency Decoration (EGH) awarded for her contributions to the public sector. She was also conferred the Order of the Global Warrior (OGW) in recognition of her leadership and governance. Additionally, she was recognized as a UN Awardee for her work in gender and development related to the implementation of devolution.

Honours & Distinctions

Efficiency Decoration (EGH)

Government of Kenya·2018

Awarded for distinguished service in the public sector.

Order of the Global Warrior (OGW)

National Honours Committee·2019

Recognizing contributions to governance and leadership.

UN Awardee

United Nations·2015

Recognition for work in gender and development through devolution.