The National Assembly has passed the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2026, paving the way for the disbursement of Ksh 428 billion in equitable share revenue to the country's 47 county governments for the 2026/2027 Financial Year.

The Bill, which was approved without amendments, provides the legal framework for the allocation and transfer of nationally raised revenue to counties, ensuring that devolved units receive resources needed to deliver essential services to wananchi.

Its passage follows the enactment of the Division of Revenue Act, 2026, which allocates Ksh 2.46 trillion to the National Government, Ksh 10.2 billion to the Equalisation Fund and Ksh 428 billion to county governments.

The allocation marks an increase of Ksh 13 billion from the Ksh 415 billion allocated to counties in the 2025/2026 Financial Year.

Speaking during consideration of the Bill, lawmakers noted that the additional funding will enable counties to enhance healthcare services, improve road infrastructure, expand access to clean water, support agricultural programmes and strengthen early childhood education.

Under the allocation formula, Ksh 387.43 billion will be distributed through the Baseline Allocation to support the day-to-day operations and development programmes of county governments.

A further Ksh 4.46 billion has been earmarked as an Affirmative Action Allocation to benefit 12 historically marginalised counties, helping bridge development gaps and promote equitable growth across the country.

Additionally, Ksh 36.1 billion will be shared using a weighted formula that takes into account population, poverty levels, income distance and geographical size, ensuring that counties with greater development needs receive additional support.

The Bill also provides separate allocations to County Assemblies, reinforcing their oversight role and strengthening accountability in the management of public resources.

With the passage of the Bill, county governments can proceed with planning and implementing development programmes aimed at improving livelihoods, creating economic opportunities and enhancing access to public services for millions of Kenyans.

The allocation is expected to boost local development initiatives and accelerate the delivery of projects that directly impact communities, reaffirming Parliament's commitment to ensuring that resources reach every part of the country through the devolved system of government.