Finance minister assures Kenyans country ‘people-driven budget’ that anchors economic resilience and prosperity
The cabinet secretary said the rejection of the 2024 Finance Bill spoke to the need for fiscal discipline, a reason that made the government to implement austerity measures and prioritised essential social sectors among them education, health and reinforcing the importance of prudent financial management and resource optimisation.
Auditor General says finance laws enacted by Elgeyo Marakwet County contradict Kenya’s constitution
Governor Wisley Rotich has similarly expressed misgivings, arguing that channelling the entire development budget to wards leaves nothing for flagship county-wide projects. He said this undermines the county’s ability to undertake transformative initiatives that could benefit the broader population.
