ANN MWANGANGI
| AGE | NOT KNOWN |
| GENDER | FEMALE |
| OCCUPATION | MORTICIAN |
Ann Mwangangi is one of Kenya’s few female morticians, known for her professionalism and resilience in a field often dominated by men.
Based at Pope Benedict Funeral Home in Nyahururu, Laikipia County, she has built a career in mortuary science driven by a personal tragedy that changed the course of her life.
Her journey from grief to purpose has not only shaped her identity but also earned her national recognition for breaking stereotypes in the funeral care industry.
Educational Background of Ann Mwangangi
Ann Njoki Mwangangi developed an interest in mortuary science after losing her mother in 2012 while in Form Two.
The experience of viewing her mother’s body at the mortuary left a lasting impact on her.
After completing secondary education, she pursued a one-year course in cosmetology.
Later, she joined a seven-month apprenticeship program where she was trained on body preservation, handling, and embalming procedures.
To build on this foundation, she enrolled in a formal certification programme in Mortuary Science, which qualified her to work professionally in funeral homes.
Career life of Ann Mwangangi
Mwangangi has worked in the death care industry for over five years. She is currently based at Pope Benedict Funeral Home in Nyahururu, Laikipia County.
Her responsibilities include receiving bodies, cleaning, preserving, embalming, and preparing them for viewing and burial.
Mwangangi is among the few women in Kenya who have broken gender barriers in the mortuary profession.
Through discipline, professionalism, and compassion, she has earned recognition and trust from bereaved families and the public.
Beyond her formal duties, she uses social media to educate the public and demystify mortuary work, which is often surrounded by stigma.
Family
Anne Mwangangi is the firstborn in a family of five siblings, and therefore, after the death of her mother, she was raised by her grandparents.
She has publicly shared that losing her mother at a young age shaped her emotional strength and commitment to serve in her current role.
Mwangangi has opted to keep much of her family life private as she has not publicly disclosed whether she is married or has children.
Net Worth
While Ann Mwangangi has not publicly declared her income or wealth, some lifestyle publications have estimated her net worth to be approximately Ksh11 million.
This figure is based on her years of service, position in a reputable funeral home, public engagements, and endorsements on social media.
However, Mwangangi herself has not confirmed these reports.
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