President William Ruto announced that Kenya's county assemblies will receive full budgetary autonomy starting July 1, following the signing of legislation to strengthen devolution. This move aims to separate assembly budgets from county executives in the next budget cycle.

• The new legislation grants independence to county assemblies, enhancing their financial control and oversight.
• Ruto also pledged to introduce contributory pension schemes for governors, Members of County Assemblies (MCAs), and speakers, similar to the system for Members of Parliament.
• The President emphasized building strong political parties based on ideology and merit, rather than ethnic identity, to promote fair leadership opportunities.