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Nairobi, Nakuru grab lion's share of funds as counties get additional Sh15 billion

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

Counties will be handed an additional Sh15 billion in the next financial year starting next month. This is despite concerns about their ability to properly use the funds they have already received.

The size of the population and poverty levels primarily decide how much each region gets. However, there has been a push to change the current controversial method of dividing the money. Some argue it does not fully address the needs of densely populated counties.

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