Homa Bay records Sh1.7b in own-source revenue on improved cashless system
By Kepher Otieno, July 18, 2025The implementation of a fully cashless revenue collection system in Homa Bay County has begun to pay substantial dividends with own- source revenue surging to Sh1.73 billion for the financial year ending June 30, 2025.
Introduced as a strategic reform to strengthen accountability, curb corruption, and modernize the county’s financial management framework, the digital initiative has significantly boosted the county’s revenue performance.
The impact of this transformation was underscored during the 30th County Revenue Roundtable, which convened to review fiscal performance for the month of June and the cumulative results for the 2024/2025 financial year.
According to the latest figures, Homa Bay County’s Own Source Revenue (OSR) surpassed the original annual revenue target of Sh1.4 billion set in July 2024, an additional Sh246 million.
Speaking during a roundtable at the County Headquarters, Governor Gladys Wanga (pictured) praised the notable progress, attributing the achievement to strategic policy decisions, dedication of revenue officers, and robust efficiency of the digital revenue collection system.
“We have recorded a remarkable 44 per cent increase in Own-Source Revenue compared to the same period last year,” Wanga stated. “This performance is not only a testament to the county’s steady economic growth but also reflects our firm commitment to sustainability and public sector reform.”
Wanga emphasised that the leap in revenue collection is the result of two key pillars: the streamlining of revenue collection through cashless systems and the diversification of income sources across various sectors within the county.
She further highlighted that the county’s growing revenue base enhances its ability to invest in critical public services and infrastructure, with the overarching goal of improving the quality of life for Homa Bay residents.
Financial foundation
“By effectively harnessing local resources and expanding revenue streams, we are building a stronger financial foundation that allows us to reinvest directly into the development needs of our communities,” she said.
The Controller of Budget, Margaret Nyakang’o, in a recent report, reaffirmed the importance of the health sector in the county’s revenue structure. Revenues under the Appropriation in Aid (AIA) and Facility Improvement Fund (FIF) categories continue to be the highest contributors to OSR.
In addition to health services, the county collects revenue from a diverse array of sources including Single Business Permits levies on construction materials such as bricks, sand, murram, and stones, as well as bus park fees Other streams include market dues, rent from kiosks and stalls and miscellaneous income