Uasin Gishu County Deputy Governor H.E Evans Kapkea on Thursday chaired a familiarization meeting with the Department of Finance and Economic Planning to deliberate on key financial and economic matters.

The meeting, held at the county headquarters, highlights Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii’s administration’s commitment to prudent financial management and sustainable economic growth.

The DG emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in financial operations, stating, “Our mandate is to ensure every shilling is accounted for and directed towards impactful projects that improve the lives of our people.”

He reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to fostering a collaborative approach among departments to achieve the county’s development goals. He urged the finance team to adopt innovative solutions to address emerging challenges, adding that the county’s residents deserve efficient and impactful use of public funds.

During the discussions, CECM for Finance and Economic Planning Micah Rogony expounded on issues such as the county’s budget implementation strategies, revenue collection mechanisms, and expenditure control.

He noted the ongoing initiatives to streamline financial processes and implement cost-saving measures.

Chief Officer of Economic Planning Nathan Korir elaborated on the new systems being introduced to enhance service delivery and ensure compliance with fiscal policies.

The Finance team also reviewed the county’s economic blueprint, focusing on aligning development priorities with available resources with a focus on funding for key infrastructure projects, strategies to attract investors, and enhancing revenue collection efficiency.

This strategic engagement sets the tone for Uasin Gishu County’s fiscal agenda in the coming months, signalling a focused drive towards sustainable economic development.

The Finance department comprises five directorates which are Finance, Supply Chain, Assets, Audit and Revenue in which all directors attended the meeting.