Chadiza Town Council has approved a K84.54 million budget for the 2026 financial year, prioritizing infrastructure development, community empowerment, and improved service delivery across the district. The budget was approved yesterday during the Fourth Ordinary Council Meeting held at Sankhani Lodge in Chadiza.
The approved budget will be distributed across 16 Output Based Budget Programmes, with K77.68 million (91.88 percent) funded through national support and K6.86 million (8.12 percent) from locally generated revenue.
The Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Programme received the highest allocation of K40.03 million, representing 47.35 percent of the total budget. This includes K24.42 million for community projects, K6.89 million for women and youth empowerment initiatives, K6.89 million for secondary boarding school and skills development bursaries, and K1.81 million for CDF administration.
Infrastructure development remains a priority, with K30.28 million (35.82 percent) allocated to Non-Financial Assets for community projects, roads, and other capital investments. The Transport Services Programme received K6.38 million (7.55 percent), earmarked for installing 60 streetlights in the CBD and constructing seven crossing points across the district.
The council has allocated K20.30 million (24.01 percent) to Goods and Services to maintain operational efficiency in service delivery. Economic and Business Development received K8.24 million (9.75 percent) for the construction of the Chadiza Skills Centre at K7.6 million and completion of the council bar and restaurant.
Social Protection and Community Development received K7.05 million (8.35 percent), with K7.01 million dedicated to the Cash for Work programme to assist drought-affected communities, targeting 38,000 beneficiaries.
District Health Services received K3.64 million (4.31 percent) to improve healthcare delivery across 23 health facilities in the district. Local Governance was allocated K3.89 million (4.61 percent) for legislative functions, including the development of by-laws and support for 20 Ward Development Committees.
The Management and Support Services Programme received K6.24 million (7.38 percent), with K12.28 million (14.53 percent) of the total budget allocated for Personal Emoluments covering council employees and councilors’ monthly allowances.
The 2026 budget aligns with the National Development Plan framework, focusing on economic transformation, human and social development, environmental sustainability, and good governance. Key priorities include promoting sustainable value addition, equitable distribution of infrastructure and services, and addressing the social and economic needs of Chadiza residents.
Other significant allocations include K2.29 million (2.72 percent) for Public Health and Environmental Protection, including rehabilitation of 20 boreholes and solid waste management, and K2.1 million (2.49 percent) for Public Order and Safety, primarily for fire protection services with issuance of 250 fire certificates.
The 2026 budget reflects a focused allocation compared to the 2025 budget of K95.12 million, demonstrating the council’s commitment to efficient resource utilization and strategic prioritization of high-impact projects.
The approved budget demonstrates the council’s commitment to sustainable development, improved service delivery, and enhanced quality of life for all residents of Chadiza
