NAIROBI, Kenya – President William Ruto has signed the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2024, into law.
This legislation distributes Ksh.387.4 billion among Kenya’s 47 counties, adhering to the revenue-sharing formula prescribed under Article 217 of the Constitution.
The allocation represents 24.7% of the most recently audited national revenue accounts, surpassing the constitutional minimum of 15%.
The approval by the National Assembly underscores the government’s commitment to equitable resource distribution across all counties.
“This allocation ensures that devolved units can effectively deliver on their mandate to the people,” President Ruto stated during the signing ceremony.
The funding, drawn from Kenya’s equitable revenue share, aims to strengthen service delivery and enhance development at the grassroots level.
It is seen as a critical step toward achieving the goals of devolution, a cornerstone of the country’s governance structure.
Counties are expected to use these funds to improve healthcare, education, infrastructure, and other key sectors that directly impact the lives of millions of Kenyans.
The signing of the bill comes at a time when citizens are increasingly calling for accountability and efficiency in the management of devolved funds.
