Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani has been ranked the most hardworking and accountable governor in Kenya, according to a recent national survey conducted by Timely Kenya, a reputable independent research firm.
The comprehensive study assessed the performance of county leaders over the past three years, focusing on the period after the 2022 General Election.
Governor Achani emerged top with a commendable score of 56.6 percent, narrowly ahead of Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata, who followed closely with 56.4 percent highlighting a highly competitive field among Kenya’s county leadership.
The report attributes Governor Achani’s top ranking to her exceptional commitment to public service, transparency, and development, particularly in transforming key sectors such as water access, healthcare, road infrastructure, and education.
One of the most striking findings from the survey is that 61.8 percent of Kwale residents indicated they would vote to re-elect Governor Achani in the 2027 General Election a strong endorsement of her leadership and a reflection of public confidence in her ongoing development agenda.
In addition to individual rankings, the survey also measured overall satisfaction levels among residents in all 47 counties. Kwale County ranked second nationally in terms of citizen satisfaction with service delivery, suggesting that residents are not only witnessing development but also experiencing meaningful improvements in their daily lives.
Conducted between August 3rd and 11th, 2025, the survey focused on four critical areas that directly affect the quality of life: water services, healthcare systems, transport infrastructure, and education.
Governor Achani’s performance and the public confidence in her leadership underscore a broader shift among Kenyan citizens, who are increasingly prioritizing efficient, transparent, and results-driven governance.
As the country approaches the 2027 elections, her administration stands as a model for effective devolution and responsive leadership in Kenya.
Other top performing governors include Homabay governor Gadys Wanga with 54 percent,followed by Kiambu’s Kimani Wamatangi with 53.3 and Uasin Gishu Ole Ntutu with 52.8 percent.
Others are Machakos’s wavinya Ndeti with 47 percent, George Natembeya of Uasin Gishu with 45.5 percent and Tharaka Nithi with 44.9 percent. West Pokot Simon Kachapin got 41 percent while Makueni Mutula Kilonzo was next with 39.9 percent.
On top five Happiest counties include West pokot,Kwale Kiambu,Narok,and Homabay as the fifth happiest county.
On the other hand Latest Hapiest countries went to Nyamira followed by Kericho,Isiolo,Nairobi and Bomet topping the best five latest happiest countries.
