By Peris Njambi and Alex Njeru
Residents of Tharaka Nithi County have a golden opportunity to influence the direction of local development as the County Assembly opens doors for public participation in the 2025/2026 budget-making process.
The Assembly is calling on citizens from all walks of life to turn up in large numbers and make their voices heard during a series of public hearings scheduled for next week.
This initiative is part of a broader effort to promote transparency, accountability, and citizen-driven governance.
The hearings will take place on Wednesday at Nkondi Chief’s Camp, on Thursday at Kambandi Chief’s Camp, and on Friday at Ingwanjau ACC Camp—all beginning at 10:00am.
These sessions will allow residents to provide input on the Annual Development Plan and key legislative proposals concerning markets, child protection, cultural activities, agriculture, and tax waivers.
Those unable to attend in person can still contribute by submitting written memoranda to the Office of the Clerk no later than the close of business Friday next week.
Public participation is not just a constitutional right; it is a civic duty that empowers citizens to directly influence policy and resource allocation. When residents engage, the county government is better positioned to address real community needs and deliver services that matter most to the people.
Tharaka Nithi has been nationally recognised for its efforts in embracing public participation.
This reputation for openness and inclusivity is not just a badge of honour—it is a call to action.
The only way to maintain and build upon this success is through active involvement from the grassroots.
“Development must be people-centered,” said a representative from the County Assembly. “The budget is not just numbers—it’s about health, roads, education, and livelihoods. That’s why we need our people to guide us.”
As the budget determines the county’s development priorities for the next financial year, the time to act is now.
Let every ward, every village, and every resident raise their voice and shape the future of Tharaka Nithi.
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