What Senate must do to boost devolution

The year 2016 is crucial for devolved governance and local economic development survival. It is the year to transform budget-making to reflect goals of devolution. And 2017 could be won or lost based on devolution.

Devolution is the new struggle for Kenya after restoration of pluralism and promulgation of the new Constitution. It is about deepening sustainable democratic governance, addressing inequalities, equal access to opportunities and equity in governance, consolidating democratic stability, peace and security. Senate is the institution at the heart of this system of governance. Sadly, it appears the Senate hasn't quite grasped its core mission.