Vihiga County Fiscal Strategy Paper 2023

Abstract

This is the 10th County Fiscal Strategy Paper (CFSP) to be prepared by the County Government since the beginning of devolved governance system in 2013. The Paper outlines the budgeting and development framework the County Government seeks to pursue in the 2023/24, 2024/25 and 2025/26 MTEF period. The FY 2023/24 budget will be geared towards post-COVID -19 Economic recovery strategies in the backdrop of the Covid-19. The pandemic affected the global economies and impacted on lives and livelihoods in the County. The Paper specifies the strategic priorities and policy measures that will guide in attaining balanced development across the county. The document further outlines the current state of the County in terms of budget implementation and specifies the set strategic priorities and policy goals together with a summary of the County government spending plans. The development framework advances achievement of the key thematic areas envisaged in the 2023-27 CIDP that include; good governance and zero tolerance to corruption, improved access to affordable and quality health care, development of an educated, skilled and knowledgeable society, enhanced access to clean and safe water and improved sanitation services; reliable and functional transport and communication infrastructure and promotion of local industry and agriculture.