Nyandarua County Deploys POS Machines to Boost Revenue Collection
Nyandarua County has introduced 100 Point of Sale (POS) machines to enhance revenue collection and improve service delivery to taxpayers. Governor Dr. Moses Kiarie Badilisha handed over the devices at the county headquarters in Ol Kalou Town, noting that the machines will enable real-time monitoring and reporting of revenue across all departments. The move is part of the county’s broader strategy to reduce manual tax collection and curb corruption.
Since the introduction of the POS system, the county has already seen a jump in revenue from Sh24 million to Sh43 million in a short period. Governor Badilisha highlighted that automation aligns with Section 104(d) of the Public Finance Management Act, which mandates the county treasury to mobilize resources efficiently and implement mechanisms to strengthen revenue collection. He stressed that the system ensures taxpayers are treated fairly, with provisions for flexible payment schedules while linking revenue to improved public services such as health and roads.
Looking ahead, the county aims to raise Sh660 million in revenue in 2023, a significant increase from the Sh400 million collected in 2022. Governor Badilisha reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to modernizing revenue systems and ensuring transparency, emphasizing that all departments will move away from manual collection to secure, accountable digital platforms. The rollout of POS machines marks a key milestone in Nyandarua’s efforts to strengthen fiscal management and enhance citizen-focused service delivery.