The report attributes the gap to years of officers leaving without replacement, whether through resignations, dismissals, transfers to non-policing roles, or natural attrition. The Kenya Police Service alone lost 3,229 officers over the past three years.
By Maureen KinyanjuiHunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP) is a government-run cash transfer initiative that provides unconditional monthly stipends to households in eight arid counties: Turkana, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Garissa, Tana River, Isiolo, and Samburu. Each household currently receives Sh2,700 per month to meet basic needs and secure food during difficult periods.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAnother area of concern was the Sh2.1 billion in pending bills, with Kshs. 1.9 billion owed to a contractor working on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project along Thika Road. MPs warned that delays in payment could lead to penalties and disrupt important infrastructure works.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe funding comes after warnings of a Sh16.9 billion shortfall that could have affected payments through June 2025.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe funds were expected this month but will now only be available from July at the earliest, according to Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi.
By Maureen Kinyanjui