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Kenya proposes dissolving six regional development authorities

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 8
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The Departmental Committee on Regional Development Committee is set to begin public participation on the Regional Development Authorities Laws (Repeal) Bill, 2026. If enacted, the bill will dissolve six regional development authorities, including the Coast Development Authority and the Lake Basin Development Authority. The Public Service Commission and the National Treasury are expected to absorb the major operations, staff, and balance sheets of these authorities.

From allafrica.com

Why it matters

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The repeal aims to align national development functions and improve accountability by consolidating institutions. Officials anticipate that eliminating these authorities will ease pressure on the national budget.

From allafrica.com

Who's involved

  • Public Service CommissionAgency set to absorb the major operations and staff of the dissolved regional authorities.
  • National TreasuryTreasury expected to absorb the major operations and balance sheets of the regional authorities.
  • KenyaGeopolitical state where the regional development authorities operate.

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  • governmentSpeculative

    The national government's operational costs might decrease due to the consolidation of authorities.

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