More than 20 MPs are pushing for the creation of 11 new counties to address what they describe as critical constitutional matters.
Africa InsightsAlso receive offers from The Africa ReportSam Awusa is a farmer residing in Kitale town. He tellsthat he supports the creation of more counties because he feels ignored by neighbouring Bungoma and Trans Nzoia when seeking county government services.“I’m eagerly waiting for the creation of Mt Elgon County. I want to feel represented,” he says.
“If such a proposal is allowed, it will lead to more leaders seeking more sub-divisions of their counties,” he says.“47 counties is more than we need! Let us now focus on developing them,” says Olekina.
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