Orengo: Siaya targets Ksh1.5B revenue push as county scales up collection streams
By Sharon Atieno, June 22, 2026Siaya Governor James Orengo has said his administration is intensifying revenue collection efforts in a bid to hit a Ksh1.5 billion annual target, as the county moves to expand its internal revenue base and strengthen delivery of flagship projects.
Speaking on his X account on Monday, June 22, 2026, Orengo said the county is aligning local revenue mobilisation with national allocations to ensure development plans are fully funded and implemented across all sectors.
“My administration is working around the clock to hit our Ksh 1.5 billion revenue target. By boosting our local revenue alongside national funding, we will fully fund and deliver our flagship projects for the great people of Siaya,” Orengo said.
He added that the county has already scaled up its active revenue streams significantly, marking a major shift in internal financial management systems.
Revenue streams expanded from 10 to 25
Orengo revealed that Siaya has expanded its operational revenue streams from 10 under the previous administration to 25 out of a possible 40, saying the reforms are expected to improve efficiency and accountability.
“Today, I chaired a strategic revenue roundtable. We have officially scaled up active revenue streams from just 10 under the previous regime to 25 out of 40 streams,” he said.
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He noted that key reforms such as a new valuation roll and streamlined development plan approvals will play a central role in strengthening revenue performance.
Financial integrity and crackdown on rogue officers
The governor also warned against corruption in revenue collection, stating that no county officer is permitted to handle cash directly from developers.
“Let me be clear: we are enforcing strict financial integrity. No enforcement officer is authorized to collect cash from developers. I urge the public to report any rogue officers immediately,” he said.
Assembly urged to fast-track Finance Bill
Orengo further urged the County Assembly of Siaya to expedite the passage of the 2025 Finance Bill, saying it is critical to unlocking planned development projects and improving service delivery.
“Finally, I call upon the County Assembly of Siaya to fast-track the passage of the 2025 Finance Bill so we can deliver the progress our people deserve,” he added.
Counties set for Ksh502 billion boost
The push comes amid increased fiscal allocations to devolved units, after Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced that counties will receive a total of Ksh502 billion in the 2026/27 financial year.
Mbadi told Parliament that the package includes Ksh428 billion as equitable share and Ksh74 billion in additional allocations, loans and grants, aimed at supporting county operations and development programmes.
“The total allocation to county governments is projected at Ksh502 billion,” Mbadi said, adding that the funding will be critical in supporting service delivery at the devolved level.