GARISSA – The Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) on Tuesday conducted an assessment of the Garissa County Assembly’s operational needs.
The move followed a request from the Assembly for additional financial support to bolster key services and upgrade essential equipment.
A delegation led by the CRA vice-chairperson, Koitamet Olekina, visited the Assembly on Tuesday.
They were on a mission to inspect its vehicle fleet, much of which has been grounded after more than a decade of intensive use.
The vehicles, procured in the 2013/14 financial year, have deteriorated to the extent that only one remains partially functional.
CRA officials noted that maintenance costs have become “unsustainably high”.
Garissa County Assembly Clerk Mohamud Santur raised concerns about outdated digital infrastructure.
He said the legislature urgently requires modern e-parliament equipment and upgraded software to strengthen efficiency, transparency and service delivery.
The CRA’s role includes recommending matters related to the financing and financial management of both national and county governments.
The Commission provides input on any Bill that contains provisions affecting county finances.
Mr Olekina said the Commission appreciated the constructive engagement with Clerk Mohamud Santur, the Deputy Clerk, nearly ten MCAs and Assembly staff.
He added that the concerns raised during the visit would be carefully considered in the Commission’s future deliberations.
The independent constitutional body is tasked with guiding how Kenya’s national resources are shared between the national and county governments.
Established under Article 215 of the Constitution, the Commission advises on equitable revenue distribution, reviews public financing structures, and provides recommendations on matters of financial management across both levels of government.
It is also mandated to be consulted on any Bill that touches on county finances, ensuring that devolution is supported by fair, transparent and sustainable funding systems.
