GEOGRAPHY AND HISTORY

  The following are reasons why devolved governments were established in Kenya. They were established as a means of promoting democratic and accountable exercise of power. To Foster national unity by recognizing diversity. To give powers of self-governance to the people and enhance the participation of the people in the exercise of the powers of the State and in making decisions affecting them. To recognize the right of communities to manage their own affairs and to further their development. To protect and promote the interests and rights of minorities and marginalized communities. To promote social and economic development and the provision of services throughout Kenya. To ensure equitable sharing of national and local resources throughout Kenya. To facilitate the decentralization of State organs, their functions and services, from the capital of Kenya; To enhance checks, balances and the separation of powers. RELATED POSTS COMPARISON BETWEEN FISHING IN KENYA AND JAPAN THE CONCEP...

  The National governments through the Equalization Fund should be able to provide adequate financial support to County governments located in areas of limited resources. This will assist in provision of essential services. Those counties that are too small to operate efficiently should be merged with others in terms of social service delivery. There should be stricter vetting of candidates to vie for positions of county Governors and deputy county Governors in order the possible challenge of financial management and corruption. Urban-based counties should be given more funding by the National Government to enable them solve urban related problems. The National government should come up with means on how to curb Rural -urban migration. This may be done through creation of employment generating opportunities in rural counties. The county governments, especially those that are in economically viable areas should be given financial autonomy and a free-hand in decision making, by the n...