Local government finance in Kenya : reform to date and an agenda for the future

This paper considers issues related to the strengthening of local government -- a major goal of the Government of Kenya"s rural- urban balance strategy and policy documents.

Smoke, Paul J. · 1989

Abstract

After a brief review of the history of local government in post-independence Kenya, the current system and its major problem areas are analyzed and suggestions for future action are presented. (Author abstract)

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Classification

Document type: Studies & Literature Reviews
DEC type: Other USAID Supported Study/Document
Geography: Kenya
Subject: Public administration
DEC terms: Government policyLocal financingLocal levelRural developmentRural urban linkages
Sponsoring organization: USAID. Mission to Kenya
Authoring organization: Kenya. Ministry of Planning and National Development
Language: English

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