As the debate over the potential scrapping of the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) heats up, a section of Kenyans, particularly residents of Murang'a County, have voiced their strong opposition to the proposal.
They have pointed out that eliminating the fund would be a significant step backward, considering the numerous development projects that have been successfully implemented through it.
In Kiharu, the residents have highlighted various infrastructure improvements made possible by the NG-CDF.
Notably, enhanced road networks, the modernization of public learning institutions such as primary and secondary schools, and improved security services are some of the infrastructural development projects achieved through the NG-CDF. "Through the NG-CDF, we have seen the building and transformation of our Kiharu Technical Training College here in Kiambugi which has been very critical in equipping the youth with skills, knowledge and technical expertise for the work place," notes Johnson Kibe, a trainer at the Kiharu TTC He adds that if the NG-CDF was properly utilized, it would ensure infrastructural developments are carried out thus impacting on the common mwananchi's daily life. "Local administration offices have also been upgraded, equipped with modern facilities that facilitate efficient government service delivery to the community," he noted.
