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August 13, 2026
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Decision 2027: Governors turn to county budgets for high-visibility projects

Decision 2027: Governors turn to county budgets for high-visibility projects

Governors seeking re-election are putting substantial resources into projects that provide visible evidence of delivery...

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Kenyan governors are prioritizing high-visibility projects in their 2026/27 county budgets to bolster their chances for re-election in August 2027.

  • Significant budget allocations are directed towards health, education, roads, water, and agriculture, sectors with direct grassroots impact.
  • This strategy unfolds amidst ongoing cash flow challenges for devolved governments, impacting project execution.
  • Concerns have been raised by the Controller of Budget regarding the potential misuse of public funds, such as bursaries, for political influence during the electioneering period.

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