Results for "County Governments"

President Ruto has directed county governments across Kenya to standardize business licensing procedures and eliminate unclear fees to improve the ease of doing business.

Health advocates and local leaders are calling on county governments to prioritize and expand health programs designed to prevent avoidable maternal and newborn fatalities.

There is a call for national and county governments in Kenya to reduce existing levies on tea. This measure aims to improve the earnings and livelihoods of tea farmers.

An article advocates for the removal of 'ghost workers' from government payrolls to combat the theft of public funds by national and county governments.

County governments are facing a Sh143 billion revenue crisis, leading to choked services, attributed to weak enforcement, political waivers, and aging debts.

Ruto says allocation to address resource gaps following transfer of given functions to counties.

The proposed County Governments Retirement Scheme Bill of 2026 aims to establish a dedicated retirement fund to improve pension security for employees working at the county level.

Public institutions in Kenya, including universities and county governments, are facing scrutiny as unremitted pension deductions have accumulated to Sh85 billion, impacting retirees.

Hungarian county self-governments are reportedly upset that the Tisza party submitted a proposal regarding allowances without prior consultation, which would freeze mayors' salaries and halve those of county assembly presidents.

Heavy rains are once again challenging county governments' readiness, highlighting the perennial issue of inadequate preparation for floods and the resulting loss of life and property.

A policy analysis argues that strengthening county governments in Kenya is essential for replicating successful development models seen elsewhere.

The national and county governments in Kenya have finalized an agreement regarding the implementation and funding of Universal Health Coverage (UHC), marking a significant step toward expanding healthcare access across the country.

Unions in Kenya are attributing the stalled transition to Universal Health Coverage (UHC) to the actions of county governments.

The article argues that effective development should be primarily measured by the quality of life experienced by citizens, emphasizing the critical role of county governments in service implementation and local development.

Nairobi Water has announced a 26-hour water shutdown impacting several major estates, coinciding with a new Sh80 billion partnership between national and county governments.