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The Constitution has put in place the system of devolved government, which calls for equal distribution of resources among the 47 counties. It also aims to bring power close to people. According to this new system, each county will be responsible in running its affairs. The county governments shall raise own revenue and will further receive a share of revenue raised nationally.
Counties have power to raise revenue through property rates, entertainment taxes, charges for services, any other authorised tax imposed by an Act of Parliament.
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