Thousands of Kenyan county employees are facing potential retirement poverty due to a staggering Sh100.24 billion in unpaid salaries, unremitted statutory deductions, and outstanding staff claims, some dating back over a decade.

• Sh100.24 billion: The total amount of unremitted funds and unpaid dues.
• Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o: Her report for the 2025/2026 financial year revealed the extent of the arrears.
• County executives accounted for the vast majority (Sh98.44 billion) of the arrears, with county assemblies owing Sh1.80 billion.