County Assembly of Kitui

07/07/2026

KITUI ASSEMBLY CONTINUES BUDGET HEARINGS AS RESIDENTS CALL FOR INCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT

Mutomo Ward, Kitui South Sub County

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Members of the County Assembly today engaged the residents of Kitui South Sub County on the proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027.

The forum, chaired by Kanziko MCA Hon. Kyalo Kimuli and attended by several Members of the County Assembly saw the public drawn from the Six Wards of Kitui South converge at Mutomo Chief's Camp to give their views on the proposed budget estimates.

During the exercise, road infrastructure dominated the discussions, with residents urging the county government to prioritise heavy grading of roads instead of light grading and allocate additional funds to improve road accessibility across the sub-county.

Equally, funding for programmes targeting Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) also featured prominently. Participants expressed concern over what they described as years of neglect, citing lack of funding and public facilities for people living with disabilities. They appealed for budgetary allocation to support disability programmes and promote inclusivity.

Residents also threw their weight behind the proposed construction of a modern County Assembly office block and Count Assembly Ward offices, noting that improved working facilities would enhance service delivery and strengthen legislative oversight.

On security, participants proposed that funds earmarked for the construction of a police station along the volatile Kitui–Tana River border be redirected towards improving healthcare facilities, arguing that security is primarily a function of the National Government."Resources should instead be invested in improving our hospitals because policing is not a devolved function," said Mr. Kyalo Kyuma, a resident of Mutomo Ward.

Waste management in Mutomo Town also emerged as a major concern. Residents called for the purchase of a garbage collection truck to address the growing waste disposal challenge, saying uncollected garbage had become a persistent public health concern.

Speaking at the forum, the session chair Hon. Kyalo Kimuli (Kanziko) thanked residents for their active participation and assured them that their views would be considered during report writing exercise. He emphasised that public participation remains a constitutional requirement and a critical pillar in ensuring equitable allocation of county resources and responsive development planning.

Addressing the residents, the Speaker of the County Assembly of Kitui, Hon. Kevin Kinengo Katisya, underscored the importance of involving the public in county planning, noting that budgeting is an integral part of the planning process.

The Speaker Kinengo said the County Assembly and the County Executive had resolved to work together in the interest of the people of Kitui, putting aside political differences to accelerate development.
"There is no time for conflict and as we approach the next General Election, it is our development record that should guide residents in judging our leadership," he said.

On concerns raised by Persons Living with Disabilities, Speaker Kinengo assured participants that the County Assembly is committed to advancing legislation to safeguard their interests. He revealed that a Bill relating to Persons with Disabilities was already before the County Executive Committee Member responsible for Culture and pledged to fast-track its processing.

The Speaker further dismissed claims that the county budget had been delayed, assuring residents that the Assembly remains committed to approving the proposed budget by the end of July.

07/07/2026

MWINGI CENTRAL RESIDENTS GIVE THEIR INPUT ON PROPOSED BUDGET ESTIMATES FOR FY 2026/2027

Tuesday 7th July, 2026
Mwingi Central Ward, Mwingi Central Constituency

Residents of Mwingi Central Constituency, drawn from Mwingi Central, Waita, Nuu, Mui, Nguni, and Kivou wards, converged at the Mwingi Ward Administrator's Office to participate in the public participation exercise on the proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027.
During the forum, residents submitted several proposals aimed at enhancing equitable development and service delivery across the constituency. Key among the recommendations was the need for regional balance in employment opportunities, with residents calling for increased recruitment of youth at the county level.

The public further proposed an increase in funding for the Pro-Poor Programme to enable more vulnerable households to benefit from the initiative. In addition, residents recommended the reallocation of KSh 10 million from the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Youth, ICT, Sports and Social Services budget earmarked for sports advertisement and awareness programmes to the Ministry of Water and Irrigation for the construction of additional sand dams. The sports advertisement and awareness programme had been allocated KSh 18 million in the proposed budget estimates.

Speaking during the exercise, the session chairperson, Hon. Judy Wanza (Nuu) commended residents for turning up in large numbers and actively contributing to the budget-making process. She emphasized that public participation is a constitutional requirement and a critical avenue through which wananchi influence development priorities and resource allocation.

Hon. Judy assured residents that all views and proposals submitted during the forum would be compiled and forwarded to the relevant committee of the County Assembly for consideration during the budget approval process.

The public participation forum forms part of the County Assembly's commitment to promoting inclusive governance and ensuring that citizens are actively involved in the budget-making process as provided for under the Constitution and the Public Finance Management Act.

06/07/2026

COUNTY ASSEMBLY KICKS OFF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON PROPOSED KITUI COUNTY BUDGET ESTIMATES

Monday, 6th July 2026

Kauwi Ward, Kitui West Subcounty

Members of the County Assembly today commenced public participation on the proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates for the 2026/27 Financial Year, giving residents an opportunity to scrutinize the spending proposals and submit their views before the budget is approved.

A section of Members of the County Assembly led by Matinyani MCA Hon. Sylvester Kitheka Munyalo conducted the exercise at Kauwi Playground in Kitui West Sub-county, bringing together residents from the four wards to deliberate on the proposed budget.

Speaking during the forum, Hon. Munyalo underscored the importance of public participation in the budget-making process, noting that the proposed estimates are informed by the priorities and needs of the people. He said public involvement in governance is a constitutional requirement under the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, and urged residents to freely present their views to enrich the final budget.

Residents who attended the forum generally welcomed the proposed budget estimates but proposed several adjustments to enhance service delivery. A majority of the participants called for increased funding for the Community Level Infrastructure Development Programme (CLIDP), arguing that the initiative has had a significant impact at the grassroots and deserves additional allocation. They also appealed to the members to increase funding for education support programme (pro-poor) to support vulnerable households.

Mr. Musyoki, a resident of Matinyani, commended the recent commitment by the County Executive and the County Assembly to improve road infrastructure. He, however, urged the Assembly to consider increasing road opening target from 10 kilometres to 15 kilometres per ward.

On her part, Eunice Tito called for enhanced funding for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) centres to enable them to adequately respond to the rising cases of gender-based violence across the county.

Mr. Mulwa, a youth from Kithumula/Kwa Mutonga proposed that the Kshs. 35 million allocation for the Governor's Cup tournament be reviewed, with part of the funds redirected towards the development of playgrounds across the county. He argued that quality sports facilities would nurture talent at the grassroots and prepare young people for competitive tournaments.

County Assembly Speaker Hon. Kevin Kinengo Katisya, who attended the forum, assured residents that their views would be carefully considered before the budget is finalized. He emphasized that public input remains central to the Assembly's legislative and oversight responsibilities.

The Speaker Kinengo further noted that issues that had previously emerged as contentious in the proposed budget estimates had been resolved following consultations between the County Assembly and the County Executive during their recent joint consultative meeting. He reaffirmed the Assembly's commitment to safeguarding public interest throughout the budget approval process.

06/07/2026

KITUI COUNTY ASSEMBLY BEGINS PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON FY 2026/2027 BUDGET ESTIMATES

Township ward, Kitui Central,
Monday 6th July, 2026

The County Assembly of Kitui has today commenced a week-long public participation exercise on the proposed Kitui County Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027, providing residents with an opportunity to contribute to the county's development agenda through the budgeting process. The exercise kicked off at the Kitui Multipurpose Hall in Kitui Township Ward, where a delegation of Members of County Assembly led by Team Leader Hon. Bonface Katumbi (Kyangwithya East) engaged residents drawn from Kyangwithya West, Kyangwithya East, Miambani, Mulango, and Township wards.

Addressing participants, Hon. Katumbi underscored the importance of public involvement in shaping the county budget, noting that citizen input is critical in ensuring that resources are allocated to priority areas that directly impact livelihoods and service delivery. He thanked residents for turning up in large numbers and actively participating in the exercise, describing their contributions as vital in promoting transparent and people-centred governance.

During the forum, residents and stakeholders presented various proposals and concerns regarding the budget estimates. Among the key recommendations was a call for increased funding to the Ministry of Sports to support youth talent development, nurture sporting activities, and create opportunities for young people across the country.

Participants also proposed the reallocation of Ksh 7 million earmarked for renovations under the Office of the Governor, suggesting that the funds be redirected to sectors facing pressing challenges, particularly the health sector, to enhance service delivery and address existing resource gaps.

The views collected during the public participation forums will be compiled and considered by the Assembly as it undertakes its constitutional mandate of scrutinizing and approving the county budget for the upcoming financial year.

The public participation exercise continues across the county throughout the week, ensuring that residents from all wards have an opportunity to make their voices heard on the proposed budget.

05/07/2026

05/07/2026

It's tomorrow... Come and give your views on the proposed Kitui County Budget Estimates for FY 2026/27

02/07/2026

KITUI COUNTY ASSEMBLY AND EXECUTIVE COMMIT TO ENHANCED COLLABORATION FOR ACCELERATED DEVELOPMENT

Thursday, 2nd July, 2026

The County Assembly and the County Executive have reaffirmed their commitment to work together to accelerate development across Kitui County while upholding the constitutional principle of separation of powers.

The commitment was made today during a joint consultative retreat held at a hotel in Mutomo, where leaders from the two arms of the County Government discussed key development priorities and programmes in the proposed Annual Budget Estimates for 2026/27 Financial Year.

Speaking during the meeting, the Speaker of the County Assembly of Kitui, Hon. Kevin Kinengo Katisya, urged all elected leaders to remain focused on delivering services to the people instead of engaging in premature political campaigns. He noted that despite the next General Election being only eleven months away, significant development could still be achieved if leaders prioritise the interests of the electorate.

The Speaker's sentiments were echoed by H.E. Governor Dr. Julius Makau Malombe, who underscored the importance of unity of purpose and collaboration in improving the lives of the people of Kitui.

In his presentation, the County Executive Committee Member for Finance, Economic Planning and Revenue Management, Hon. Peter Mwikya Kilonzo, revealed that the proposed Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027 amount to Kshs. 14,472,062,362. He explained that this represents an increase of KSh 213,866,224 following the enactment of the County Allocation of Revenue Act (CARA), 2026 which enhanced the County's equitable share allocation.

The retreat culminated in the adoption of a joint communiqué outlining several key resolutions aimed at accelerating development across the county.

Among the resolutions was a commitment to expand road infrastructure by constructing and maintaining 110 kilometres of roads in every ward, comprising 100 kilometres of grading and 10 kilometres of road opening.

The two arms of the County Government also resolved to prioritise the construction of six modern ECDE classrooms per ward, with five classrooms to be financed under the Community Level Infrastructure Development Programme (CLIDP) and one through the Ministry of Basic Education.

Further, the communiqué resolved to retain the funds reallocated through the FY 2025/2026 Supplementary Budget II for the construction of 17 County Assembly Ward Offices, while providing funding for the remaining 23 ward offices, construction of the County Assembly modem office block and the County Assembly Speaker's residence in the FY 2026/2027 Budget.

Additionally, the meeting agreed to prioritise the refurbishment and construction of workshops and dormitories in Vocational Training Centres (VTCs). It also resolved to recruit tutors and instructors under the Kitui County Temporary Workers Policy based on the staffing requirements of the county's 56 VTCs, with a target of four tutors per institution.

To strengthen intergovernmental relations, the County Assembly and the County Executive further agreed to establish structured consultation mechanisms, including early engagement on budget matters and joint resolution of emerging issues, to enhance service delivery for the people of Kitui County.

30/06/2026

SPEAKER COMMITTS KITUI COUNTY ANNUAL BUDGET ESTIMATES FOR 2026/2027 FY TO THE COUNTY BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE

Tuesday, 30th June, 2026

The Speaker of the Kitui County Assembly, Hon. Kevin Kinengo Katisya, this afternoon committed the Proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027 to the County Budget and Appropriations Committee for consideration, in accordance with Section 131 of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012, as read together with Standing Order No. 186.

On May 12, 2026, through Communication No. 24 of 2026, the Speaker directed that the Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027 be returned to the County Executive Committee Member for Finance, Economic Planning and Revenue Management for rectification and compliance with the law.

According to the Speaker's communication, the concerns raised in Communication No. 20 of 2026 have since been addressed. The Speaker further urged the County Budget and Appropriations Committee to continue engaging the CECM for Finance, Economic Planning and Revenue Management to amicably resolve any outstanding issues.

The County Budget and Appropriations Committee is expected to subject the estimates to public participation pursuant to Article 196(b) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 as read together with Section 115 of the County Governments Act, 2012, and take into account the recommendations of the Sectoral Committees before submitting its findings to the House for approval.

Subsequently, the House adjourned its sittings with effect from today, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, to allow Members of the County Assembly to undertake consultations with the County Executive on the Proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027, conduct public participation, and participate in the sectoral consideration of the Proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027. The House is scheduled to resume its sittings on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 9.00 a.m.

30/06/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

Invitation to Public Participation on the Proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027

The public is hereby informed that the invitation to participate in the public participation exercise on the proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates for the Financial Year 2026/2027 has been published in today's Star newspaper and the Daily Nation newspaper (Page 9).

One may access the proposed Kitui County Annual Budget Estimates stimates through this link
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nVyKGEy2RqJve1KFLGC_PFapikbWFKjA/view?usp=sharing

30/06/2026

County Assembly Proceedings|| Tuesday, 30th June 2026 at 2:00 P.M