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September 22, 2026
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Devolution at 15: Has power really moved closer to the people?

Devolution at 15: Has power really moved closer to the people?

There have been measurable gains, particularly in health infrastructure, early childhood education and local development...

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Fifteen years after Kenya's 2010 Constitution, devolution has reshaped governance, moving services closer to citizens, but its success in empowering ordinary Kenyans is a mixed picture.

  • Counties now manage critical services like healthcare and local roads, with billions of shillings transferred.
  • Notable gains include improved health infrastructure and early childhood education, though challenges persist.
  • Key issues include county dependence on national transfers, revenue generation struggles, pending bills totaling Sh156.84 billion, and persistent corruption concerns.

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