ANNE WANJIKU MWANGI
| YEAR OF BIRTH | NOT KNOWN |
| GENDER | FEMALE |
| OCCUPATION | IPOA DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON |
Anne Wanjiku Mwangi is a Kenyan currently working as the vice chairperson for the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA.
She has worked as a public administrator and has over 11 years of experience in Kenya’s Public Sector, with her expertise in leadership and administration.
President William Ruto appointed Anne Wanjiku as a member of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) on December 5, 2024.
Educational Background
She holds a Master of Arts in Education Research from Moi University. Additionally, she has earned a Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi.
Prior to that, she graduated with a Bachelor of Education (Arts) Degree from Moi University.
Currently, she is pursuing a PhD in Project Planning and Management at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).
Anne Wanjiku Career Background
Anne Wanjiku served as Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) in the Office of the former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
During her tenure, she liaised with legislative bodies, represented the Cabinet Secretary in meetings, and coordinated inter-ministerial activities.
Previously, she was the Board Chairperson of the Trans Nzoia Women Leaders Organisation and a nominated Member of the County Assembly (MCA) in Trans Nzoia County from 2017 to 2022.
As an advocate for gender equality, she has championed gender-focused legislation and actively promoted girls’ and women’s rights.
Earlier roles that she served include Administrative Officer at Moi University (Trans Nzoia and Kericho campuses), Gender Officer at Mercy Corps Kenya, and Treasurer of the National Youth Bunge Association.
She also founded the Young Women Forum Organisation in 2012.
Tenure as IPOA Vice-chairperson
As a Vice Chairperson, Wanjiku Mwangi was put under public scrutiny during her appearance in the Senate over the killing of influencer Albert Ojwang in June 2025.
In an initial statement, police reported that Mr. Ojwang was found unconscious in his cell and rushed to a city hospital, where he later died from head injuries allegedly sustained by banging his head against the wall.
However, an autopsy report and a subsequent investigation by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) ruled out the possibility of suicide, casting doubt on the official account, Anne said during the submission of the report.
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