NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 16 – President William Ruto on Friday appointed eight individuals to serve as members of the Commission of Revenue Allocation (CRA).
The eight will serve for a period of six years beginning January 1, 2023.
Those appointed include former Wajir Woman Representative Fatuma Gedi, Wilfred Koitamet Olekina Nchoshoi, Fatuma Gedi Ali, George Jalango Midiwo (Dr), Hadija Nganyi Juma, Isabel Nyambura Waiyaki (Dr.), Jonas Misto Vincent Kuko and Chris Kiptoo (Dr).
The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning vetted the eight and found them fit to hold office.
The members will be responsible for making recommendations concerning the basis for the equitable sharing of revenue raised by the national government; between the National and County Governments; and among the County Governments.
The Commission shall also make recommendations on other matters concerning the financing of, and financial management by, County Governments, as required by this Constitution and national legislation.
The Commission shall submit its recommendations to the Senate, the National Assembly, the National Executive, County Assemblies, and County Executives.
