Murang’a County has been ranked Kenya’s best-performing county in the latest CountyTrak Performance Index 2026, released by Infotrak Research and Consulting. The index placed Murang’a first nationally, ahead of all other devolved units.
The survey, released on Tuesday, August 4, placed Murang’a at the top with an overall score of 54 percent. Kiambu followed with 52 percent, while Trans Nzoia recorded 50 percent.
In the Nyanza region, Homa Bay finished first and tied for fourth place nationally at 49 percent, alongside Elgeyo Marakwet, Kisii, and Uasin Gishu.
How the Index Works
The CountyTrak Performance Index measures residents’ satisfaction with county administration across devolved functions such as agriculture, energy, environment, housing, trade and tourism, culture and sports, social services, and planning. Murang’a earned its top position through strong performance across sectors, leading nationally in Housing, Lands and Settlement, Social Services, Trade and Tourism, and Culture and Sports.
Sector-by-Sector Breakdown
Kiambu dominated the Energy function with a score of 56 percent, edging out Murang’a’s 54 percent. Trans Nzoia and Murang’a jointly led the Environment and Natural Resources category, with both counties scoring 55 percent.
In agriculture, Trans Nzoia placed first nationwide with a score of 60 percent. Murang’a followed closely behind at 56 percent, ahead of Kiambu at 55 percent, Uasin Gishu at 54 percent, and Elgeyo Marakwet at 53 percent.
Homa Bay also posted strong numbers across specific devolved functions, ranking second nationally in Social Services at 50 percent while earning top-tier ratings in Trade and Tourism, Housing, Lands and Settlement, and Culture and Sports.
Governor Rankings
Meamwhile, Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata emerged as Kenya’s top-performing county chief in the Infotrak CountyTrak Performance Index 2026, leading the nation with an 80 percent approval rating. The survey ranked Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya second with 76 percent, while Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi took third place with 71 percent.
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. tied for fourth place, each securing 66 percent. A three-way tie for sixth place featured Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisley Rotich, Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o, and West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin, who all posted a score of 65 percent.
Kisii Governor Simba Arati and Samburu Governor Jonathan Lelelit shared ninth place at 63 percent, while Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu claimed 11th position with 61 percent. Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki took 12th place with 60 percent, followed by Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru in 13th with 58 percent.
Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime secured 14th place with 57 percent. Four county bosses; Kitui Governor Julius Malombe, Mandera Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif, Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga, and Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii Chelilim, tied for 15th position after each recorded a 56 percent rating.
Five governors shared 19th place at 55 percent: Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire, Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro, Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko, Turkana Governor Jeremiah Lomorukai, and Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi. Closing out the top 25, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir, Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti, and Garissa Governor Nathif Jama tied for 24th place, each earning a score of 54 percent.
Room for Improvement Nationally
Overall, the survey noted that average scores across counties remained below 50 percent for most devolved functions, indicating that citizens still see room for substantial improvement in service delivery.
The report also highlighted distinct regional variations. While Murang’a led both nationally and within the Central region, Garissa emerged as the top-performing county in North Eastern, though a 12-point gap separated the top performers of these two regions.
