The Public Service Commission (PSC) has paid tribute to its outgoing
Chairperson, Amb. Anthony Muchiri, during a farewell luncheon held on December 8, 2025, at the Kenya School of Government in Kabete.
The event marked the end of Muchiri’s four-year tenure at the helm of the
Commission, following his recent appointment as Kenya’s ambassador to Turkey.
Speaking at the ceremony, PSC Vice Chairperson Mary Kimonye described
Muchiri’s departure as both a great loss to the Commission and a big win for
the nation, noting that his new diplomatic assignment was a testament to
Kenya’s confidence in his leadership.
“Today is a day of mixed emotions. We feel pride in your accomplishments and
joy in your new journey, but also sadness in parting with a leader who has left
an indelible mark on us. Above all, we feel deep, sincere gratitude,” she said.
Kimonye highlighted Muchiri’s continental contribution, citing his election
as President of the Association of African Public Service Commissions
(AAPSCOMS).
She praised him as a calm, humble and unifying leader whose influence
extended beyond Kenya to the wider African public service landscape.
In his remarks, Amb. Muchiri urged the Commission to stay committed to its
constitutional mandate and maintain focus in delivering services to Kenyans.
He reflected on reforms implemented during his tenure and expressed
confidence in the Commission’s stability and leadership.
“PSC is a consequential institution that has direct impact on every civil
servant and citizen by extension. We must remain focused, resolute, and
determined to serve our country,” he said.
PSC Secretary and CEO Paul Famba commended Muchiri for steering critical
reforms aimed at modernising the public service.
He noted Muchiri’s emphasis on patriotism, professionalism and strengthening
staff welfare, as well as his drive to make the Commission more dynamic and
digitally responsive.
Famba added that the Secretariat felt empowered under Muchiri’s
leadership and remained committed to sustaining the transformation agenda he
championed.
The ceremony ended with a standing ovation in recognition of Amb. Muchiri’s
exemplary service to the nation.
Muchiri has served as PSC Chairperson since December 2021. His appointment
to represent Kenya in Turkey marks a new chapter in a public career that has
spanned leadership at national and continental levels.
Also present at the event were the Auditor-General and Chairperson of
Constitutional Commissions and Independent Offices (CCIOs), Nancy Gathungu, PSC
Commissioners Harun Hassan, Mwanamaka Mabruki, Boya Molu, Irene Asienga,
Francis Owino, Francis Meja and Joan Machayo, Deputy Secretaries and the entire
Secretariat.
