Kajiado County Clarifies Sh2.2 Billion Was Unreceived Cash, Not Diverted Pending Bills Funds
The Kajiado County Government has refuted claims circulating on social media that Sh2.2 billion meant for pending bills had been diverted or misappropriated. County Executive for Finance and Economic Planning Alais Kisota clarified that the amount in question represents non-received revenue rather than money allocated and later redirected. The clarification comes amid rising public concern over the status of pending bills owed to contractors, suppliers, and service providers across the county.
According to Kisota, the figure emerged from audit disclosures showing revenue targets that the county had projected but did not actually collect during the financial period. He explained that this discrepancy had been wrongly interpreted by some commentators as a diversion of funds earmarked for clearing outstanding obligations. There was no money set aside for pending bills that was taken elsewhere. What was reported is the difference between projected revenue and what was actually received, Kisota emphasised, adding that Kajiado remains committed to honouring all verified pending bills.
The county government has been under pressure in recent months as contractors complain about delayed payments for work done. The Treasury’s directive requiring all counties to prioritise pending bills has intensified scrutiny, with stakeholders demanding transparency on how much cash is available and how soon arrears can be settled. Kisota reassured the public that the county continues to align its budgeting with national guidelines, noting that the administration has already settled a significant portion of genuine claims while ongoing audits aim to weed out fraudulent or inflated bills.
Looking ahead, Kajiado officials say they plan to tighten revenue collection mechanisms to minimise gaps between projected and actual income. The county is also expected to release a detailed payment schedule for verified suppliers once the ongoing financial review is completed. Kisota urged residents and contractors to rely on official communication channels, warning that misinformation could undermine confidence in public finance management. We are committed to accountability, and we will continue sharing accurate information as we move forward, he added.