Stakeholders from several sectors have faulted four Nyanza counties over the lack of transparency in the budget-making processes which blocks journalists and the public from the crucial process. Activists, rights groups, residents, and journalists argue the process is shrouded in mystery and have poked holes in how Kisumu, Homa Bay, Siaya and Migori counties implement [&#8230;]

Budget-making processes in Nyanza: Journalists decry lack of transparency, information from counties

Stakeholders from several sectors have faulted four Nyanza counties over the lack of transparency in the budget-making processes which blocks journalists and the public from the crucial process.
This allows for effective public participation and quality decision-making within the budget process,” the report read.
However, most of the officials involved in the budget-making process are always unwilling to go on record to explain some components,” Olivia explains.
Maurice Ochieng, a resident of Homa Bay claimed that the public participation exercises always take place for only a few minutes.
Role of journalistsAccording to Joshua Nyamori, a constitutional lawyer, the role of journalists is critical in the budget-making process and helps in promoting transparency.