The start of 2026 has ignited a debate concerning education access and quality in Kenya, leading to scrutiny over how counties, particularly from Northern Kenya, have utilized 12½ years of equitable share taxes.

• Counties are being questioned on their expenditure of an estimated Sh100 billion in public funds.
• The central question revolves around the accountability of county governments, especially in Northern Kenya.
• The discussion highlights concerns regarding the impact of equitable share disbursements on essential services like education.