The National Democratic Institute (NDI) in partnership with Caritas Kitui, on a Monday 26th February 2024, organized a workshop forum engaging the Public Investments & Accounts Committee (PIAC), media, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), to bolster accountability and transparency in Kitui County.
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Together, they aim to ensure the responsible and effective utilization of public resources for the well-being of Kitui residents and ensuring that public resources are utilized effectively for the betterment of the community.
Public Investments & Accounts Committee (PIAC) in Kitui County, led by its chairman Hon Gabriel Munyao noted that their mandate is putting the county administration on check for prudent spending of finances.
“As PIAC committee we don’t fight the Governor but hold the executive accountable for every shilling and ensuring that public resources are utilized effectively for the betterment of the community. We are neither opposition or engaged in any political witch-hunt against anyone. Our role is provided for in the law. ,” Munyao said.
The press emphasized the importance of access to information as a fundamental right empowering citizens to hold public officials accountable and participate in democratic processes actively.
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Florence Ndeti, the Kitui Caritas director, emphasized the importance of spotlighting the county government to ensure it fulfills its mandate effectively for the public’s benefit.
She highlighted the need to address irregularities identified by the Controller of Budget and Auditor General, stressing the importance of public awareness regarding the contents of these dossiers to prevent their repetition.
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