By Eddah Waithaka
Local communities will now play a key role in shaping development projects implemented by county governments.
The State Department of Devolution, under the Second Kenya Devolution Support Program, has established Community-Led Project Management Committees (PMCs) to ensure residents directly influence county initiatives.
Principal Secretary Michael Loikenu Lenasalon emphasized the transformative impact of the committees during the closing session of a ‘Training for Trainers Workshop’ at Acacia Resort in Makueni County.
He stated that the PMCs will restructure how communities engage in county-led projects.
“The PMCs ensure wananchi priorities guide county projects, strengthening public participation,” said Lenasalon.
He explained that the committees—composed of elected or nominated community members—will oversee projects from planning to implementation.
Counties that have adopted similar structures, he noted, have seen greater alignment between projects and community needs.
“Counties like Makueni and Homabay have set a strong example by implementing effective PMCs. Their projects reflect real community priorities,” the PS added.
The PMCs will receive full project details, including Bills of Quantities (BQs) and contract agreements, to enhance transparency and accountability.
Lenasalon urged county officers to adapt the PMC model to local contexts and ensure communities remain involved at every stage from project inception to handover.
“Now that training is complete, apply this knowledge. Make sure every PMC operates with legitimacy, a clear mandate, and a shared commitment to serve the people,” he said.
The move signals a shift toward more inclusive, community-driven development across Kenya’s counties.
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