Edith Masereti Nyabicha is the Policy Analyst for East & Southern Africa at Global Financial Integrity. She works to expand GFI’s footprint in East Africa and is part of the Africa policy team that collaboratively analyses illicit financial flows and beneficial ownership.

Edith is a dedicated policy expert and enthusiast and has a strong passion for creating positive societal change through effective policy solutions. With her extensive knowledge and expertise, she has emerged as a respected figure in the field of public policy and governance.

Throughout her career, Edith has held various positions that have allowed her to contribute significantly to policy development and analysis. She began her journey as a Senior Policy Analyst at Competition Authority of Kenya where she conducted in-depth research on key policy issues and contributed to the formulation of evidence-based recommendations. In this role, she collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate existing policies, identify gaps, and propose innovative solutions to address pressing societal challenges.

Edith later transitioned to American Chamber of Commerce as a Policy Lead under the Prosper-Africa USAID Program where she exerted her expertise in policy analysis and her commitment to making a positive impact that have resulted in numerous notable contributions and achievements. She has authored influential policy briefs, research papers, and op-eds, which have been recognized for their clarity, rigor, and innovative recommendations.

Her expertise includes analyzing and evaluating policies and programs, conducting qualitative and quantitative research and assessing the impact of policies on stakeholders, and identifying areas for improvement.

Edith holds a  Masters in Public Policy from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology and  a Bachelor of Business in Financial Economics from Strathmore University.