Government of Kenya Launches Equalization Fund to 34 Counties

State Unveils Implementation of 1,236 Equalization Fund Projects Across 34 Counties in line with the Kenya’s constitutional requirement of equlisation of all parts of kenya.

The Government of Kenya, through the National Treasury, has officially
launched the implementation of 1,236 projects valued at Ksh. 8.1
billion. These projects will be funded under the Equalisation Fund, and
are aimed at ensuring that essential services reach approximately 6
million Kenyans living in marginalized areas. The projects will be spread
across 34 counties, covering 366 wards and 111 constituencies.

The announcement was made during the launch event held at the
Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC), with the Prime Cabinet
Secretary, Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, gracing the occasion. The projects
mark a significant step towards improving service delivery in some of
Kenya’s most underserved regions.

Hon. Mudavadi, speaking during the launch, highlighted the progress
already made, noting that 359 projects have been completed under the
Equalisation Fund, benefiting over 9 million Kenyans across 14 counties
initially identified as marginalized. Of the completed projects, 265 are
fully operational and ready for handover.

“The Equalization Fund is a key initiative in our mission to ensure that all
Kenyans, regardless of their location, have access to the same basic
services,” said Hon. Mudavadi. “I am convinced, and I believe all Kenyans
share this conviction, that the spirit behind the Equalisation Fund is to
enable marginalized areas to enjoy high-impact projects, now and for
generations to come, just like all other citizens.”
The new projects will see the construction of critical infrastructure,
including 115 classrooms, 177 boreholes equipped to provide clean water,

41 water pans, and 176 health facilities, 53 of which will be fully equipped
to serve local communities. These projects reflect the government’s
commitment to “Bottom-Up” development approach, ensuring that
resources are allocated in line with the needs of local communities.
In his address, the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury, Hon. John
Mbadi, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the Equalisation
Fund, stating that Ksh. 900 million had already been disbursed since
his appointment at the NationalTreasury. He assured that all future
requisitions from implementing partners, including county governments,
would be funded, and that a clear plan had been drawn up to address
arrears associated with the Equalization Fund.

“We acknowledge that there have been challenges, including the tight
fiscal space that has hindered the full allocation of funds to the
Equalisation Fund. However, we are committed to clearing the arrears
and ensuring the smooth implementation of these vital projects,” said
Hon. Mbadi.
He further emphasized that the Equalisation Fund showcases the
successful collaboration between the national and county governments,
reaffirming the importance of devolution in ensuring equitable
development across all regions.

The launch of these projects is a testament to the Government’s ongoing
commitment to advancing social and economic equality, and ensuring
that no Kenyan is left behind in the country’s development agenda.

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