The commencement of the second Kenya Devolution Support Program (KDSP II) by the World Bank signifies a crucial step towards addressing challenges in Kenya’s devolution process.

KDSP II builds upon the successes and lessons learned from the first phase, demonstrating a commitment to improving county performance in various aspects.

It will address challenges facing Kenya’s devolution including weak payroll management controls, and bills (including pension contributions) are not paid on time and the stock of pending bills is high, affecting the supply of goods and services to counties (including remittances of statutory deductions.

Ruto’s government interventions and policies have prioritized addressing key challenges facing Kenya’s devolution, such as weak payroll management controls and delayed payments of bills. The World Bank’s partnership with the government aims to enhance financing, management, coordination, and accountability for resources at the county level.

KDSP II emphasizes compliance with legal and ethical standards, ensuring that all employees receive fair treatment and compensation in line with the Employment Act. Measures have been put in place to verify the eligibility of applicants and uphold principles of transparency and accountability throughout the hiring process.