BBI proposals will help counties that have lagged behind in development to catch up with the rest of the country, ANC nominated MP Godfrey Osotsi has said. "Most counties are faced with budgetary constraints because some spent over 80 per cent of their revenue on recurrent [expenditure] leaving no money for development," he said. He said the establishment of the Ward Development Fund will free MCAs from manipulation by governors and ensure uniform development in the counties. Osotsi said the proposed expansion of the Executive and reintroduction of Official Leader of Opposition will ensure participation in governance by the losers in elections. Osotsi said the proposed seven-year tax holiday for youth in business and creation of a youth commission will ensure their empowerment in a structured manner for posterity.

Source: The Star October 30, 2020 10:52 UTC