Ruto stops public servants from contributing money in harambees
President William Ruto has banned state officers and public servants from contributing money to harambees and public contributions.
The President announced this during his state address on Friday, July 5, 2024, at the State House.
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This decision comes amidst scrutiny over the sources of money contributed by Members of Parliament and other government officials. 
Ruto stated that the Attorney General will now be responsible for preparing a mechanism to ensure structured and transparent contributions for charitable initiatives.
"No state officer or public servant shall participate in public contributions or Harambees going forward," Ruto said.
"The Attorney General is hereby directed to prepare and submit legislation to this effect and develop a mechanism for structured and transparent contributions for public, charitable, and philanthropic purposes. This measure will be followed by changes in government that I will be making shortly," he added.
The President's move comes after public outcry over Members of Parliament and other politicians contributing large sums to churches and other events. 
Kapsaret MP Oscar Sudi has been under fire recently for his contributions to churches, especially after a video surfaced of a harambee event where Ksh20 million was raised.
Sudi clarified that the sum was the total event contribution, not his donation.
Public concerns have raised questions about how members of parliament raise millions to contribute every week.
Huge contributions in Harambees, wastage in the government, and excessive foreign travel have been major grievances among the youth.
Despite the Finance Bill being rejected, there has been pressure on the President with persistent demonstrations urging him to resign, trim the cabinet, and remove budget allocations to the First Lady's office, among other demands.
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