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Kitui, Kenya – February 24, 2025 – Kitui County has successfully met all the requirements under the World Bank’s Kenya Devolution Support Program (KDSP) and is set to receive an annual grant of Kshs. 37.5 million for the next four years.
The funding follows a rigorous assessment conducted by an Independent Verification Agent (IVA) appointed by the World Bank and the State Department for Devolution. The evaluation, part of the Second Kenya Devolution Support Program Annual Program Assessment, aimed to determine the county’s preparedness for the disbursement of Level 1 funds.
Governor Julius Malombe hosted the IVA team in Kitui today, affirming the county’s commitment to efficient governance and devolution goals. The assessment was based on a set of minimum conditions, all of which the county successfully met, securing its eligibility for the grant.
The meeting was attended by key county officials, including County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Finance, Economic Planning, and Revenue Management Peter Kilonzo, Acting Chief Officer Agnes Mulewa, and Chief Officer for Economic Planning Patrick Munuve. Also present were members of the County Program Implementation Unit, led by Program Coordinator Victor Mwangu.
Representing the World Bank were Mr. Nicholas Omido and Mr. Bruno Msafiri, who commended the county’s performance in the assessment.
The funds, once disbursed, are expected to enhance devolution initiatives in Kitui, improving governance and service delivery across various sectors.
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