The Kenya Association for Public Administration and Management (KAPAM) Seminar themed“ Transforming Public Administration for Sustainable Development and National Progress: From Reform to Results” wrapped up on 27th March 2026 after five days of impactful engagement.

KAPAM in collaboration with the Kenya School of Government (KSG) organized the five-day seminar that was held at the Mombasa Campus, offering a platform for reflection on how public administration can better turn policy into outcomes that are felt in people’s daily lives.

Mr. Amos N. Gathecha, Deputy Head of Public Service and KAPAM Chairperson, delivered the closing keynote, framing public administration as the force that must translate policy into real, measurable change. He noted that while Kenya has pursued multiple waves of reform, the real measure of progress lies in what citizens actually experience—services that are  accessible, responsive, and felt.

Prof. Nura Mohamed, KSG Director General stated that if Kenya intends to move to a developed nation, we must build a public service whose competencies are already in the year 2055 today.

He explained that the School is repositioning itself to support this shift. Among the initiatives underway are the Strategic Foresight and Public Service Centre of Excellence,  KAPAM’s planned East African Regional Conference, introduction of CPD points, as well as intesified collaboration with schools of government. The soon to be launched “Under the Tree” series will take the governance dialogue directly to citizens mashinani.

Over the years, KAPAM has steadily built a growing and engaged following—an indication of a widening desire for change in workplaces and communities. This is largely driven by the compelling and relevant thematic areas that anchor its conversations.

The seminar brought together 100 participants from 25 organizations who emphasized the need for capable institutions that drive innovation, and performance systems that enhance delivery and support Kenya’s development priorities.

Recognizing the intensity of the program, CS. Dr. David Sergon, Deputy Director Mombasa Campus, extended the institution’s goodwill to the participants and to KAPAM for its mandate in professionalizing the public service through its various activities.