By MKT Correspondent
Meru County is taking a significant leap forward by digitising all its revenue data, paving the way for cashless payments across its 24 income streams.
According to Edward Macharia, CEO of the Meru County Revenue Board (MCRB), the county’s revenue collections are projected to triple to Sh1 billion as all income streams transition to the new cashless system. The initiative will not only streamline payments but also significantly reduce revenue leakages.
Through Cashless Payments, residents will be able to pay various service fees—including parking, business permits, land rates, and more—through a simple USSD code, making transactions quicker and more efficient.
This will give rise to increased Revenue Potential where the county aims to raise up to Sh600 million this financial year, up from Sh384 million last year, thanks to improved features that allow for real-time monitoring of payments.
The digitisation of land rates and plot rates is in progress, with the full rollout contingent on finalising the county valuation roll. This step is expected to enhance local revenue collection significantly. Local traders like Janice Kainyu are thrilled about the cashless system, noting it will save time and costs previously spent travelling to pay for permits. “This initiative will really save us,” she said.
The new system will improve visibility of defaulters, easing enforcement of revenue collection across the county.
This digital transformation is set to not only enhance revenue but also support the initiation of more development projects in Meru County.
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