The Office of the Controller of Budget has concluded a week-long monitoring and evaluation exercise on the implementation of the 2024/25 financial year budget for Kiambu County.
The exercise, led by Deputy Controller of Budget Stephen Masha, focused on assessing how funds allocated to development projects have been utilised across various sectors within the county. Officials say the review is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen accountability and ensure effective use of public resources.
The monitoring exercise covered 10 thematic areas of development, with the team evaluating the progress, impact, and efficiency of projects funded under the current financial year. The assessment aimed to establish whether the projects are aligned with the county’s development priorities and delivering value to residents.
The exercise culminated in an exit meeting bringing together key county officials and the Controller of Budget team. Kiambu County Executive Committee Member for Finance, ICT and Economic Planning Nancy Kirumba attended the meeting, accompanied by Chief Officer for Finance Zach Gitau.
Also present were County Executive Committee Members for Health Services Dr Elias Maina and Water, Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change David Kuria, alongside senior county officials from various departments.
Among those in attendance were Chief Officer for Health Services Dr Patrick Nyaga, Chief Officer for Water, Environment and Natural Resources Edmund Njihia, and Chief Officer for Lands, Housing, Physical Planning and Municipal Administration Martin Kangiri. Director of Economic Planning Stephen Mungai was also part of the meeting.
During the session, the Controller of Budget team reviewed findings from the monitoring exercise and engaged county officials on areas of progress and challenges affecting implementation. Discussions focused on improving efficiency, strengthening financial controls, and enhancing service delivery across sectors.
County officials reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring that allocated funds are utilised effectively to deliver tangible benefits to residents. They also highlighted ongoing efforts to address bottlenecks affecting project implementation.
The monitoring and evaluation exercise is expected to inform future planning and budgeting processes, providing insights that will help improve performance and accountability.
As Kiambu continues to roll out development projects, the review underscores the importance of oversight in ensuring that public funds translate into meaningful improvements in infrastructure, healthcare, water services, and other critical areas.
