Ruto backs SRC reclassification of MCAs’ job groups from D4 to E2
The President urged MCAs to support the proposed National Infrastructure Fund which, he said, would unlock financial resources necessary to build dams, airports, roads, and extend electricity across the country. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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President William Ruto has advocated for the reclassification of Members of County Assemblies’ (MCAs’) job groups from D4 to E2, supporting their increased mandate and workload. He urged MCAs to back his national development plan and the proposed National Infrastructure Fund.
- President Ruto officially backed the Salaries and Remuneration Commission’s (SRC) recommendation for MCAs’ job reclassification.
- The President also expressed support for the County Assemblies Pension Scheme Bill and the inclusion of the Ward Development Fund in a constitutional amendment framework, ensuring its legal security.
- He reported that Kenya’s economy has recovered, citing a reduction in the Central Bank Rate from 9 per cent to 8.75 per cent.
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