Title: Kilifi Leaders Urge Governor Mung’aro to Prioritize Development as County Receives New Funds
Kilifi County leaders and residents are raising concerns over what they describe as misplaced priorities within the county administration, urging Governor Gideon Mung’aro to focus on service delivery rather than attributing challenges to the National Government. The debate intensified following the release of the latest revenue allocations, with many calling on the county leadership to account for funds already disbursed and address stalled development projects across the region.
According to the National Treasury, counties collectively received more than KSh 30.9 billion as of November 18, 2024, with Kilifi County allocated KSh 968 million for the October cycle alone. Critics argue that with such substantial funding, the county government should not shift blame but instead streamline the implementation of key projects and settle pending bills owed to contractors and suppliers. Many residents note that delayed project completion, mounting debts, and slow service delivery have hindered economic activity, particularly in sectors such as health, water, and infrastructure.
The growing pressure reflects a broader demand for transparency and accountability in county governance. Residents and political observers maintain that Kilifi has the potential to deliver significant development if resources are managed efficiently. They insist that the county must prioritize essential services and ensure timely payments to local businesses — actions that would restore public confidence and revive ongoing projects. As the county continues to receive regular allocations, all eyes now turn to Governor Mung’aro’s administration to see whether it will respond to the calls for fiscal discipline and accelerated development in the months ahead.