The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) in the Coast Region has exceeded its revenue collection targets for ten consecutive years, with total collections increasing nearly tenfold over the past decade. During a stakeholders’ meeting in Kibaha Municipality, TRA’s Coast Regional Manager, Mr. Peter Eliona, reported that the region collected 27 billion Tanzanian shillings this year.

The Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB) in Singida Region has identified resource leakages and delays in the implementation of development projects funded by the Central Government. In response, the PCCB is undertaking various initiatives, including frequent surveys, to address these project management gaps and improve the efficiency of project execution in local councils.

According to the County Governments Budget Implementation Review Report, Nandi County achieved the highest development absorption rate in the country at 55 percent. Meru and Wajir counties followed closely with rates of 54 percent each, while Marsabit County recorded a rate of 51 percent. These four counties are the only ones to exceed the 50 percent mark in development spending.

In the town of Vwawa, youth exhibit strong ambition in their pursuits, particularly in construction, but they face significant challenges due to a lack of capital and support, as they navigate a broken system. This situation highlights the struggles of young builders in the area, who are striving to succeed despite the obstacles they encounter, according to The Chanzo.

According to a report by the Budget Controller, Dr. Margaret Nyakang’o, nine counties in Kenya have spent less than 20% of their development budgets in the first nine months of the 2025/2026 financial year, focusing instead on salaries and other expenditures. Kajiado County recorded the lowest at 9% of its development budget, followed by Lamu at 11%. Other counties with low development spending include Siaya, Uasin Gishu, Baringo, Tana River, Nakuru, Migori, and Mombasa.

In Rubirizi district, residents of Kikuba Village are celebrating a new water project funded by Hon. Cadet Benjamin Buturo, the re-elected Member of Parliament for Bunyaruguru. The project, valued at over UGX 6 million, aims to enhance access to safe water, thereby improving health and livelihoods in the area. Buturo is noted for his proactive approach in funding initiatives to benefit his constituents, rather than relying solely on government support.