The Budget and Appropriations Committee has stepped up oversight of the implementation of the FY 2025/26 national budget, with the Controller of Budget, Dr. Margaret Nyakang’o, highlighting progress and proposing measures to strengthen efficiency, accountability and value for money in public expenditure. Appearing before the Committee, chaired by Vice Chairperson Robert Pukose, Dr. Nyakang’o presented an assessment of revenue performance, Exchequer releases, implementation of priority Government programmes, donor-funded programmes and pending bills for both the National and County Governments. The Controller of Budget highlighted the reduction in pending bills owed by National Government entities. Dr. Nyakang’o said the reduction demonstrated progress in efforts to address pending obligations, while recommending that verified bills continue to be settled on a First-In, First-Out basis and within approved budgets. The Committee also examined the implementation of the Electronic Government Procurement System (EGPS), which is intended to enhance transparency, efficiency and accountability in public procurement. Japheth Nyakundi asked, “What is the challenge affecting EGPS, as we speak funds have been disbursed for NG-CDF but projects can’t be undertaken.” Dr. Nyakang’o noted that although the transition had presented challenges, including integration with existing systems and a le...
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