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UNSDCF EVALUATION STEERING COMMITTEE MEETINGThe UNSDCF Evaluation Steering Committee convened today, Tuesday, 6th Octobe...
06/10/2026

UNSDCF EVALUATION STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING

The UNSDCF Evaluation Steering Committee convened today, Tuesday, 6th October 2026, at The Treasury Building to review, validate and endorse the findings of the final evaluation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), setting the groundwork for the upcoming 2027–2032 cycle.

The independent assessment revealed a solid track record of performance, with 55 per cent of outcomes and 63 per cent of outputs fully or mostly achieved.

On the financial front, the framework successfully mobilized approximately US$2.3 billion, representing 70 per cent of its required funding.

The report highlighted notable successes in policy formulation, institutional capacity, data systems, social service delivery and environmental resilience.

However, it also underscored critical areas for improvement, including a 25 per cent data gap across outcome indicators, fragmented program delivery, static implementation strategies, weak development financing and insufficient disaggregated data particularly regarding the "Leaving No One Behind" principle.

During his remarks, the Principal Secretary for Economic Planning Dr. Bonface Makokha reaffirmed the Government of Kenya’s commitment to its strategic partnership with the United Nations.

PS Makokha also noted that UN support has been instrumental in strengthening national and county-level institutional frameworks, planning processes and data architecture.

"Sustainable development requires strong and well-supported national systems, particularly in planning, accounting and data management," PS Makokha emphasized. He observed that, as Kenya navigates a complex global economic climate, synchronized development planning, robust monitoring, and reliable data remain vital for evidence-based decision-making.

He further stated that the strategic role of the State Department for Economic Planning and its specialized semi-autonomous agencies in translating policy priorities into concrete national and subnational programs.

Looking ahead, the steering committee considered strategic recommendations to guide the formulation of the 2027–2032 UNSDCF. To maximize impact, the evaluation recommends adopting a narrower scope with deeper delivery, shifting toward fewer, larger-scale and longer-duration interventions.

The upcoming framework will prioritize enhanced adaptability, joint governance with government entities, integrated programming and strategic development financing.

In attendance were: UN Resident Coordinator, Dr. Garry Conille; Economic Planning Director General Dr. Masini Ichwara; Economic Planning Secretaries Festus Wangwe, Monica Asuna and UNICEF Representative Shaheen Nilofer among others.

NEPAD APRM DELEGATION PAYS COURTESY CALL TO PS ECONOMIC PLANNINGThe Principal Secretary for Economic Planning, Dr. Bonf...
05/10/2026

NEPAD APRM DELEGATION PAYS COURTESY CALL TO PS ECONOMIC PLANNING

The Principal Secretary for Economic Planning, Dr. Bonface B. Makokha, on Monday, 5th October 2026, received the NEPAD APRM delegation and Head of Mission, Dr. Thelma Awori, at the Treasury Building, Nairobi.

The aim of the delegation was to discuss the Validation on Targeted Youth Issues in thematic areas such as: Unemployment,Skills,Health,Climate Change,Protection and Safety among others.The delegation from African Union Head of States and Government Forum is in the country from 4th October to 23rd October 2026.

Dr. Makokha on his part said that, the Government is committed to the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) process arrangements which are underway for facilitation of the signing of the existing Memorandum of Understanding (M.o.U).

He assured the Mission of Government’s support towards ensuring a credible and independent review, focusing on issues affecting the youth, in line with the commitment of His Excellency the President to the process.

Additionally,Dr Makokha noted, youth-focused review was timely, given Africa’s youthful population, and emphasised the importance of capturing the aspirations of young people. He further linked the process to Kenya’s ongoing national consultations on the country’s long-term development aspirations as Vision 2030 comes to an end. He further said,the assessment of its achievements, gaps and lessons learnt would provide valuable insights to inform the country’s next long-term development plan.

During the meeting, Dr. Thelma Awori, expressed satisfaction with Kenya’s commitment to the APRM process and emphasised the importance of translating policies and commitments into tangible results. She said that, effective implementation and measurable outcomes are critical to addressing the needs and aspirations of Africa’s youths.
Consequently, Dr. Awori explained that the youth-focused review seeks to align Kenya’s efforts with broader continental and regional frameworks, including African Union and East African Community youth policies. She emphasized on clarity on the operational roadmap, key deliverables and expected outcomes to ensure that all stakeholders remain aligned in implementing the review.

The engagement underscored the importance of continued collaboration between the Government of Kenya and APRM in strengthening governance, inclusive development and responsive policy-making, particularly in addressing issues affecting the youth.

In attendance were Director General, Economic Planning, Dr. Masini Ichwara; Secretaries Economic Planning Festus Wangwe, Monica Asuna, Dr. Racheal Mukamunana, Director, County Reviews and Assessment Directorate, APRM among others.

Africa Commerce & Industry Summit (ACIS) 2026 Executive Golf NetworkingDayLast evening, the State Department for Economi...
04/10/2026

Africa Commerce & Industry Summit (ACIS) 2026 Executive Golf Networking
Day

Last evening, the State Department for Economic Planning Principal Secretary, Dr. Bonface Makokha graced the occasion of the Africa Commerce & Industry Summit (ACIS) 2026 Executive Golf Networking
Day held at the Muthaiga Golf Club, Nairobi.

The Executive Golf Networking Day organized by the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), forms part of the build-up to the inaugural Africa Commerce & Industry
Summit 2026, scheduled to take place from 14th to 16th October, 2026 at Uhuru Gardens National
Monument and Museum, Nairobi, under the theme; "Driving Africa's Next Era of Trade."

The Golf Networking Day event brought together Chief Executive Officers, Senior Government officials,
Ambassadors and High Commissioners, investors, business leaders, and representatives of leading
corporations and institutions for an informal and engaging platform to strengthen relationships and
advance dialogue on trade, investment, economic growth and private-sector development.

This initiative opened a timely opportunity for the State Department for Economic Planning, to engage with the private sector and other key stakeholders on
matters relating to economic development, investment and the growth of the Kenya's business environment which will reach the climax during the ACIS 2026.

MIGORI COUNTYMr. Collins Oloo from World Governance Consulting Firm took the Migori NGAOs team through some of the sessi...
30/09/2026

MIGORI COUNTY

Mr. Collins Oloo from World Governance Consulting Firm took the Migori NGAOs team through some of the sessions earmarked for the ongoing training on grassroots data management and the linkage between grassroots data and evidence based planning.

Mr. Oloo stressed that lack of timely and accurate data leads to misplaced resource allocation and therefore, data should not be misrepresented. “You should not report your wish of how the situation should be but represent the actuality on the ground,'' Mr. Oloo stressed.

He asked the NGAO officers to guard against unauthorised access to information as some of the information they collect is very personal and private saying that they should also guard it against any potential infiltration.

WEST POKOT COUNTYWest Pokot DCC Samuel Kiarie opened the grassroots data management training for Chiefs, Assistant Chief...
30/09/2026

WEST POKOT COUNTY

West Pokot DCC Samuel Kiarie opened the grassroots data management training for Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs and Assistant County Commissioners at a hotel in West Pokot County.

The three day training will equip the NGAOs with skills that will enable the government in evidence based planning and monitoring.

This is an initiative of the State Department for Economic Planning meant to cover all the 47 Counties.

KISUMU COUNTYGRASSROOTS DATA MANAGEMENT PHASE II CAPACITY BUILDING AND SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT IN KISUMU COUNTYThe Grassro...
30/09/2026

KISUMU COUNTY

GRASSROOTS DATA MANAGEMENT PHASE II CAPACITY BUILDING AND SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT IN KISUMU COUNTY

The Grassroots Data Management for Evidence-Based Planning Phase II Capacity Building starts today Wednesday 30th September, 2026 in Kisumu County.This exercise is being rolled out in 25 counties across the country.

The Capacity Building exercise brought together National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) to strengthen their skills and knowledge in primary grassroots data collection, management, verification, validation and utilization. This will support the decision-making and planning process.

The purpose of this exercise is to establish and institutionalize evidence based planning and system management at the grassroots. It will help in planning, monitoring and evaluation implementation,resource allocation and budgeting for development.

While representing the Economic Planning Principal Secretary, Dr. Bonface Makokha, the Economic Planning Director General, Dr. Masini Ichwara graced the opening ceremony.

In his address, PS Makokha emphasized that the programme is aimed at ensuring that, Government decision making process is evidence based with credible primary data which is accurate and timely from the grassroots. The NGAOs provides a strong linkage between communities and the National Government.

The PS reiterated that, while statistics from the National Government are critical, primary data provided by NGAOs is fundamental in planning, it offers a more authentic understanding of development realities, including service delivery priorities, gaps, challenges and changing Society needs.

PS Makokha outlined five key guiding principles of grassroots data management which include: Accuracy and objectivity; consistency and standardisation; verification and quality assurance; Timeliness; integrity and responsible data management.
The PS also emphasized the role NGAOs play, given their direct working relationship with Communities at the grass roots. He also said that, everything that happens is planned which informs and guides different sectors in planning and implementation.

The planning function in the country will be participatory, where the public gives views and prioritizes areas they want implemented .The team to undertake this exercise will include: all National and County planning Statistical Officers and officers from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). This will promote quality and accuracy data without duplication.

The exercise is of great significance, as it comes at the time when the government is drafting the Kenya's long term plan, Beyond Vision 2030, a development Blue Print for Kenya.

In attendance were Geoffrey Omonding representing the County Commissioner, Economic Planning officers and over 300 NGAOs from Kisumu County among other stakeholders.

30/09/2026

GRASSROOTS DATA MANAGEMENT PHASE II TRAINING IN NAROK COUNTY

The State Department for Economic Planning launched Phase II Training on Grassroots Data Management for Evidence-Based Planning, targeting National Government Administrative Officers(NGAO) and other selected stakeholders involved in grassroots data collection and management in Narok County.

The purpose of this exercise is to equip the (NGAOs) with skills and knowledge to collect, store and retrieve data for planning,resource allocation and budget for evidence based planning.

The three day event was officially opened by the Deputy County Commissioner for Narok Mr John Githongo.

'Kenya's biggest planning problem is lack of correct data from the ground and not just money or finances' said Mr Githongo. He added that wrong data can be misleading when it comes to planning and management

In attendance were Mr. Joseph Jamwaka from World Governance Chief Economist Alfaxad Omwenga and over 250 NGAO officers among others.

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