Dr. Geoffrey Ngungi Mwau EBS
Sunrise: 11th November, 1957 — Sunset: 7th August, 2022
It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Dr. Geoffrey Ngungi Mwau.
Geoffrey was a distinguished economist who served in several senior roles in the Kenya government over the years; among them as the Director General Budget Fiscal and Economic Affairs. He previously worked as a senior adviser to the executive director representing Kenya and 21 other African countries on the executive board of the World Bank. Dr Mwau also worked as a senior advisor of economic policy analysis at the United Nations and as the IMF economist for Malawi, Rwanda, Botswana and Uganda.
Geoffrey was the fourth born son to the late Job Mwau Mbwika and Mrs Mary Job and stepson to Ruth Mwau. Dr. Mwau is survived by his wife Joyce Magiri Mwau, his children lan, Allan, Ngina and Kawira. He was a son-in-law to David and Annah Magiri, a loving brother to the late Ngonzi, the late Mwenga, Esther, the late Waeni, the late Eunice, Eliud Nzyuko Isaac Mbwika, Kisuko, Mumbua, the late Nyamasyo, Kamanthe and Mutindi. He was a cousin, uncle, and friend to many.
Family meetings are being held at his residence in Nairobi between 5:00PM and 6:00PM daily.
A requiem mass will be held tomorrow, Friday 19th August, 2022 at 12:00 noon at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Othaya Road, Kileleshwa, Nairobi.
Dr. Mwau will be laid to rest at his farm at Kwa Katheke – Konza, along Konza Katumani Road, on Saturday, 20th August, 2022. The cortege will leave Lee Funeral Home for Konza on Saturday 20th August, 2022 at 8:00AM. A final service will be held at 11:00AM followed by the burial ceremony at his farm.
“…And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.” — Revelation 21:4
A pillar of the Kenya Civil Service has fallen but his vast contribution to public finance shall enure for generations to come.My deepest sympathy to all of his family and friends.
Dear Mrs. Joy Mwau and Family,
I extend my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I know there is a void in your heart; but
the beautiful memories will prevail and bring a smile.
It was my pleasure to work for him,
Sincerely,
Carnice Rawl
In 2017, days before the General elections, my friend and I met Dr. Mwau at Stelizo Hotel in Chumvi Junction-Machakos on his invite. It was my first time meeting him, I was amazed how such a senior government official would be easy to interact with. He was a wonderful soul and generous person. I pray that the almighty God gives his family strength during this difficult time. May the soul of Dr. Geoffrey Mwau rest in eternal peace.
Mark.