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Originally published by Nation Counties
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October 3, 2026
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How counties buried Sh4.2 billion under ‘other expenses’

How counties buried Sh4.2 billion under ‘other expenses’

Items listed under vague categories included burial expenses, sanitary towels, hiring police officers, air tickets, meal allowances, and the Governor’s Cup...

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Kenyan counties have reportedly spent Sh4.2 billion under a vaguely defined category labeled 'other expenses', raising concerns about financial transparency and accountability.

  • A significant portion of county budgets, amounting to Sh4.2 billion, was allocated to 'other expenses'.
  • This spending pattern involves various county governments across Kenya.
  • The lack of specific detail in 'other expenses' hinders oversight and raises questions about how public funds are utilized.

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