The Nairobi County Government has approved a supplementary budget for the fiscal year 2023-24, notably reducing the allocation for the Governor’s residence by Kshs.190 million.
These funds will instead be redirected towards addressing more pressing needs such as disaster and emergency response.
Originally budgeted at Ksh.500 million, the expenditure for constructing the Governor’s official residence has been significantly trimmed.
The decision to reallocate funds demonstrates a broader strategy aimed at realigning financial resources in response to evolving circumstances and to enhance budgetary efficiency.
This reallocation aligns with Section 154 of the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act, 2012, which guides the supplementary budget process.
The goal is to ensure that the budget reflects actual revenue inflows, improves budget absorption rates, and rationalizes various expenditure lines, ultimately optimizing financial management within the county government.
The Supplementary Budget for Nairobi County entails several key adjustments across various sectors:
Governor’s Residence: A reduction in the budget for the Governor’s residence has freed up Kshs. 190 million, which will now be allocated to critical services, particularly in disaster and emergency response.
County Public Service Board and Nairobi Revenue Authority:Development budgets for these sectors have been deferred to the next financial year due to their inability to absorb allocated funds within the current fiscal year. Kshs. 100 million has been earmarked for purchasing revenue mobilization vehicles for the Nairobi Revenue Authority.
Public Service Management:The budget for this sector has been reduced by Kshs. 10 million, with an additional Kshs. 30 million allocated for the next financial year to facilitate project launches.
County Assembly: An agreement with the County Government to provide land for the construction of an administration block has resulted in a reduction in the assembly’s budget, eliminating costs associated with land acquisition and related expenses.
Environment Sub-Sector:Increased investment aims to combat flooding through enhanced garbage collection, drainage clearing, provision of additional water tanks, and improvement of the dumpsite.
Ward Development Programme (WDP):With anticipated completion certificates and funds raised, the allocation of Kshs. 1.3 billion is sufficient to cover completed works under the WDP.
Boroughs and Public Administration:The budget for Borough offices has been reduced, with additional funds planned for the next financial year.
Mobility and Works: Rationalization efforts involve reducing individual ward projects and increasing the budget for purchasing materials to enable internal engineers to complete projects efficiently.
Health, Talents, and Business Sectors:Budget adjustments ensure implementation of projects initially impacted by the supplementary budget changes.
Office of the County Attorney:The renovation of offices is included in the draft annual estimates for the next financial year.
