Published: March 18, 2026 | Courtesy: County Assembly of Kisumu
KISUMU – The County Assembly of Kisumu has established an Ad Hoc Committee to investigate the persistent shortfall in own-source revenue collections—a trend that threatens the county’s development agenda and fiscal autonomy.
With significant implications for service delivery and economic growth, the Committee has been mandated to uncover the root causes of low revenue performance and recommend actionable measures to reverse the situation.
📉 Revenue Performance: The Numbers
| Fiscal Year | Target | Actual Collected | Shortfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/2026 | KSh 3.6 billion | KSh 2.4 billion | KSh 1.2 billion (33% shortfall) |
For context, during the same period, Kiambu County collected KSh 5.4 billion in own-source revenue—more than double Kisumu’s collections.
📢 Committee Leadership & Membership
| Role | Name | Ward/Constituency |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson | Hon. Lumumba Owade | Deputy Leader of Majority |
| Vice Chairperson | Hon. Millicent Omuya | – |
| Member | Hon. James Omollo | – |
🎯 Committee Mandate
The Ad Hoc Committee is tasked with:
| Objective | Action |
|---|---|
| 🔍 Investigate | Establish why the county cannot realize own-source revenue targets |
| 📋 Benchmark | Compare with high-performing counties (e.g., Kiambu) |
| 🛠️ Recommend | Propose actions to improve revenue administration and seal leakages |
| 📅 Report | Submit findings to the House within 60 days |
📢 Voices from the Committee
Hon. James Omollo (Committee Member)
“We have benchmarked with Kiambu County and our observation is that we need to be deliberate on revenue administration as a County and seal all the leakages.”
Hon. Lumumba Owade (Chairperson)
“If not addressed, this trend may widen development gaps, increase public dissatisfaction, and constrain the County’s overall economic potential.”
The Chairperson affirmed that the team is ready to go to all lengths to improve the situation.
Hon. Millicent Omuya (Vice Chairperson)
“It is imperative for the County leadership to strengthen revenue collection systems, seal leakages, broaden the local revenue base, and enhance transparency and accountability to restore financial stability and support sustainable development.”
⚠️ Consequences of Low Own-Source Revenue
| Impact | Description |
|---|---|
| 📉 Fiscal Autonomy | Increased reliance on external transfers (delayed, conditional, or insufficient) |
| 🚧 Development Gaps | Impaired capacity to invest in long-term growth initiatives |
| 📉 Private Sector Confidence | Reduced investor trust in county financial management |
| 👥 Service Delivery | Weakened ability to provide essential services to residents |
| 📊 Economic Potential | Constrained overall county economic growth |
📅 Timeline
| Milestone | Details |
|---|---|
| Committee Formation | March 2026 |
| Reporting Deadline | 60 days from formation |
| Next Steps | Findings and recommendations to be tabled before the County Assembly |
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