A recent audit report by the Auditor-General has raised serious concerns about financial management practices in Kenya’s County Assemblies. Out of 47 audited assemblies, only 8 received a clean report, while the rest were flagged for various financial irregularities.
Here’s a breakdown of what the Auditor-General uncovered:
- Financial Misstatements: 39 County Assemblies were found to have significant financial misstatements.
- Unsupported Expenses: Garissa County Assembly could not account for KES. 248 million in expenses.
- Outstanding Bills: Tana River County Assembly had KES. 166 million in pending bills—some dating as far back as the 2014/15 financial year!
- Ethnic Imbalance: Over 60% of staff in several counties came from a single ethnic group, a violation of the National Cohesion and Integration Act.
- Unapproved Cash Payments: KES. 26 million was disbursed in cash outside the IFMIS system in Wajir County Assembly.
Why Should This Matter to You?
- Poor financial management directly translates to poor service delivery—funds meant for roads, hospitals, and schools are being misused.
- Financial mismanagement undermines public trust and hinders development.
Is your county among the 8 clean ones? Check the report here.
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