Counties still publish incomplete budget information, CBTS report
The findings suggest that while more counties are making budget documents publicly available, many of the documents lack sufficient information required by law to enable citizens to meaningfully participate in budget-making processes and hold county leaders accountable. Kenya bre..
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A new report reveals that while Kenyan counties have improved budget information transparency, many still fail to provide sufficient details for public scrutiny and accountability.
- The County Budget Transparency Survey (CBTS) 2025 by Bajeti Hub found an average comprehensiveness score of 59 out of 100, an improvement of 28 points since 2021.
- Bajeti Hub, an organization focused on budget transparency, urges counties to enhance the quality, accessibility, and usability of citizen budgets.
- Despite improvements in areas like expenditure and non-financial reporting (scoring 71 points), gaps persist in critical financial and non-financial data needed for meaningful public participation and accountability.
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County budget transparency in Kenya has reached a five-year high in 2025, with an average score of 65 points, indicating improved public access to information and accountability mechanisms. However, a new report reveals that while Kenyan counties have improved budget information transparency, many still fail to provide sufficient details for public scrutiny and accountability. At the same time, Kenya's Senate and National Assembly have reached a deal allocating Sh428 billion to counties after extensive negotiations, resolving differences over the equitable share of national revenue.
