An audit report by Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu has uncovered significant irregularities in allowance payments to Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) across at least 17 counties, totaling over Sh600 million between June 2024 and June 2025.

• Over Sh600 million in allowances were irregularly paid to MCAs in 17 counties.
• The audit by Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu found questionable payments for sitting, mileage, travel, housing, and special allowances.
• Notable examples include Nairobi County Assembly failing to account for Sh303.7 million in impairment allowances and Garissa MCAs receiving Sh28.3 million in unsupported mileage claims.