House approves budget estimates after long standoff

The Chairman of County Budget and Appropriations Committee Zaccheaus Syengo moved the motion on the floor of the House. According to a report by the County Assembly of Kitui, the Supplementary Budget II is designed to align the county's to budget with the County Allocation of Revenue Act, 2025 as well as the County Governments Additional Allocation Act (CGAAA), 2025.

The  Voo/Kyamatu MCA further said that the changes in the reallocated funds were gotten from budget lines with savings. "Those with depleted allocations that require additional funds due as a result of other economic factors".

The legislators have now urged Governor Dr Julius Malombe-led government to promptly implement the approved budget. 

By April 30, Governor Dr Julius Malombe had presented budget estimates to the county Assembly or deliberations and approval. This delayed due to absence of committees for the work. The Budget and Appropriations Committee as well as other key committees were not in place for smooth running of House businesses.

Then, Speaker Kevin Katisya blamed cartels for driving a wedge between him and Governor Dr Malombe. He said they both enjoyed a cordial working relationship.