Treasury Lists 35 Counties Set to Receive Additional KSh 6.7 Billion World Bank Funds
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The National Treasury has announced that 35 county governments will receive an extra KSh 6.7 billion to support development projects in urban areas.
The funds are part of the Kenya Urban Support Programme (KUSP) Phase Two, which is financed by the World Bank through the International Development Association (IDA).
According to the Treasury, the money will be used to improve infrastructure and services in selected municipalities across the country.
Kiambu County will receive the largest share at KSh 1.61 billion. Turkana follows with KSh 667 million, while Garissa will get KSh 626 million.
How the Funds Will Be Used
The allocation is meant to boost development in urban centres. Counties are expected to use the money for key projects such as:
- Road construction and upgrades
- Water and sanitation services
- Street lighting
- Market development
- Other essential urban infrastructure
The government has clarified that this funding is conditional, meaning counties must strictly use it for the intended projects.
Legal Backing
The disbursement is guided by the County Governments Additional Allocations (No. 2) Act, 2025. This law allows the National Treasury to release funds to counties for specific development programmes.
What is KUSP Phase Two?
The Kenya Urban Support Programme Phase Two is a project supported by the World Bank to improve living conditions in towns and municipalities.
The programme focuses on:
- Better urban planning
- Improved service delivery
- Strengthening local governance
Its main goal is to raise the quality of life for residents living in urban areas.
Counties Set to Benefit
A total of 35 counties will benefit from the programme. Some of the key allocations include:
- Kiambu – KSh 1.61 billion
- Turkana – KSh 667 million
- Garissa – KSh 626 million
- Uasin Gishu – KSh 465 million
- Kajiado – KSh 418 million
- Kisumu – KSh 411 million
- Machakos – KSh 374 million
- Nakuru – KSh 234 million
Other counties such as Migori, Busia, Kilifi, Kakamega, Mandera, and Nyeri will also receive funding, though in smaller amounts.
This funding is expected to speed up development in towns across Kenya and improve services for millions of residents.
With better roads, lighting, and water systems, many urban areas could see a major transformation in the coming months.
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