The Equalisation Fund Board has faced criticism for financing non-essential projects instead of prioritizing basic services for marginalized areas, as revealed during a session with the National Assembly Finance and National Planning Committee on July 16.

• Ksh80 billion total entitlement to the Equalisation Fund, with only Ksh15 billion released.
• Kuria Kimani, the committee chair, highlighted concerns about questionable projects and ineffective allocation of resources.
• The board was accused of duplicating county functions and presenting misleading project completion reports.