Kirinyaga County Fiscal Strategy Paper 2022

Abstract

This CFSP is prepared in accordance with provisions of Section 117 of the PFMA 2012. This CFSP is prepared after slowdown of Global and National economy in 2020 due to negative effects of COVID-19. Further, the revised budget calendar is taking into consideration preparations for the oncoming General Elections. Over the past few years, Kirinyaga County economy has benefitted from investments in infrastructure developments which is a key supporter of the vibrant agricultural economy in the County. To ensure there is ease of doing business in the county, major investments have been made to improve market conditions by rehabilitating strategic markets to modern standards. Areas in and around the markets have been rehabilitated by construction of new and clean pavements, rapid collection of waste to give a clean habitable business premises. Those strategic markets have also been provided with street lighting to increase business hours. Rehabilitation of roads have also taken center stage with key roads being upgraded, bridges to key agricultural areas rehabilitated and overall mobility improved around the county. Key investments have also been made in other major sectors like health to guarantee an uninterrupted provision of health services across the county.