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State Department for
Economic Planning

Hon. FCPA John Mbadi Ng'ongo, EGH

Hon. FCPA John Mbadi is the Cabinet Secretary for The National Treasury. Prior to his appointment, Hon. Mbadi had an extensive career in public service, having served as a Member of Parliament and the Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee in the National Assembly.

The CS has a rich history in legislative leadership, having served as the elected MP for Suba South Constituency, Suba Constituency, Gwassi Constituency and a nominated Member of Parliament. His experience extends to roles such as Assistant Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister and Leader of Minority in the National Assembly. Notably, he was also a member of the Legislative Taskforce responsible for drafting the Public Finance Management Act of 2012.

In addition to his political and legislative accomplishments, the CS is a seasoned finance professional with 29 years of experience. He has held the position of an Accountant at the University of Nairobi and served as the Chair of Medair East Africa.

Hon. Mbadi holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in Accounting from the University of Nairobi and is a registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK). His professional affiliations extend to the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK), the Institute of Quantity Surveyors of Kenya, and the Chartered Institute of Arbitration.

His skills span planning, budgeting, financial analysis, accounting, economics, and community development, complemented by strong leadership, effective communication, and interpersonal skills.