Counties face review as Senate probes IFMIS use and revenue systems

The Senate Standing Committee on Information, Communication and Technology has started a three-day oversight visit in selected counties to assess how revenue collection systems are working and how IFMIS is being used in managing public funds.

The exercise began in Narok County, where the committee is meeting county officials to review the performance of digital revenue systems, their integration, and how technology is supporting accountability in financial operations.

Through its X account on Monday, April 13, 2026, Parliament of Kenya said the visit is part of the committee’s mandate to oversee county governments and ensure proper use of public resources.

“The Senate Standing Committee on Information, Communication and Technology has commenced a three-day oversight visit to selected counties, beginning with Narok County, to assess the effectiveness of county revenue management systems and the implementation of the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS),” the Parliament statement read in part.

The committee is focusing on how counties are using technology to improve revenue collection, strengthen transparency, and reduce losses in public funds. Lawmakers are also checking whether IFMIS is fully applied in financial processes to improve reporting and automate operations.

During the Narok visit, the committee is engaging county leadership and technical teams to assess system performance, data connection between departments, and how financial reports are generated and shared.

A key area under review is whether all revenue collected is properly transferred to the county revenue fund and whether reconciliation is done in real time in line with public finance rules.

Lawmakers say strong revenue systems are needed to help counties increase their own-source revenue and reduce reliance on national government funding.

The oversight also covers system integration, data security, infrastructure stability, and compliance with national ICT and financial regulations.

Preliminary findings from similar reviews show that many counties still struggle with weak system integration, poor linkage with IFMIS, high maintenance costs, and limited technical skills among staff.

In some cases, use of separate and unconnected systems has affected efficiency, reduced data accuracy, and exposed revenue collection processes to losses.

The committee has urged counties to adopt integrated, secure, and easy-to-use systems that meet national standards and support smooth financial management across departments.

After Narok County, the committee will proceed to Nandi, Kericho, and Kakamega counties for similar inspections.

The final report will be submitted to the Senate with recommendations aimed at strengthening laws, policies, and systems to improve revenue collection, accountability, and financial management in counties.