Bottom 10 counties in allocating funds for development

A report by the Controller of Budget highlights the bottom 10 counties in allocating funds for development in the FY 2024/25.

The counties, including Bungoma, Kajiado, Samburu, and West Pokot, allocated slightly above the legal minimum of 30% required by the Public Finance Management Act, 2012.

West Pokot is the lowest, at 29.8%, while Bungoma leads the bottom 10 at 31.9%.

The report underlines the continued struggle of some counties to prioritize development spending, raising concerns about the potential impact on infrastructure, services, and economic growth.

Adherence to the 30% minimum is critical to ensuring sustainable development and improving the quality of life for citizens in these regions.