Devolution

Last week, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua stirred debate by stating that some regions have not seen significant development since the 2013 devolution due to fund misuse. His remarks targeted the North Eastern region, where poor infrastructure persists despite substantial allocations. Local leaders have been accused of sleeping on the job while resources are squandered.

December 20, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

A Parliamentary Budget Office report reveals that five counties contribute nearly half of Kenya's Gross Domestic Product, while 16 others each add less than 1%. These economic disparities highlight significant gaps between developed and challenged regions. The findings shed light on fiscal devolution trends for 2025.