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CRA recommends Sh457 billion allocation to counties in equitable share

By James Wanzala | 1h ago

Commission on Revenue Author chairperson Mary Wanyonyi Chebukati addresses the Press in Nairobi on October 29, 2026. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

The Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) has recommended Sh457.28 billion for the financial year 2027-2028, out of the projected shareable revenue of Sh3.249 trillion, for the 47 devolved units.

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