The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of performance monitoring on employee performance in public universities in Kenya. The Control Theory was used in this study. The study employed a positivist research philosophy and a descriptive cross-sectional design. Out of the 35 chartered public universities, 11 chartered public universities with a total population of 4,351 respondents from the total population were used. A sample of 107 respondents was selected from 11 chartered public universities in Kenya using Nassiuma (2000). The data was collected using a questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results show a significant positive correlation between performance monitoring and employee performance. The study found that employees generally have positive sentiments towards the performance monitoring processes, with high mean scores indicating agreement with statements related to clarity, feedback, and support. The regression analysis revealed that performance monitoring explains 58.1% of the variance in employee performance. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers, university administrators, and human resource managers on the importance of performance monitoring in enhancing employee performance. The findings suggest that effective performance monitoring is crucial for improving employee outcomes and driving organizational success. The study recommends that organizations develop and implement comprehensive performance monitoring systems, prioritize employee development, and foster a culture of transparency and openness.