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June 15, 2026
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Counties Set for Higher Funding as Ruto Assents to New Bill

Counties Set for Higher Funding as Ruto Assents to New Bill

The Council of Governors previously called for an increase in county funding to meet devolution needs...

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President William Ruto has assented to the Division of Revenue Bill, 2026, allocating Ksh428 billion to county governments for the 2026/27 financial year.

  • The allocated amount is an increase of Ksh13 billion from the previous fiscal year, exceeding the constitutional minimum of 15 per cent of national revenue.
  • Key players include President William Ruto, the National Treasury, and the Council of Governors.
  • Despite the increase, the allocation falls short of the Council of Governors' request for Ksh534 billion, highlighting ongoing tensions over devolution funding.

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