Speaker Namatsi Leads Kakamega County Assembly into a New Era of Performance and Accountability
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KAKAMEGA — The Kakamega County Assembly has embarked on a transformative journey with the launch of an induction workshop on performance contracting and management, a bold step championed by Speaker Rt. Hon. James Namatsi.
Under Namatsi’s leadership, the Assembly is aligning itself with modern public service standards that prioritize accountability, efficiency, and results. During the workshop, Speaker Namatsi emphasized the importance of linking individual staff goals with broader institutional objectives to create a results-driven and merit-based public service culture.
“Our focus is on building a high-performing workforce,” said Namatsi. “Those who meet or exceed targets will be rewarded with promotions, incentives, and professional development opportunities.”
He also underscored the role of performance management in upholding public trust, stating that while unmet targets will have consequences, the aim is not to punish but to maintain service integrity.
The workshop reflects the Assembly’s commitment to evidence-based decision-making, with Namatsi calling for institutionalized performance systems that feed directly into staff appraisals and career progression.
The initiative, backed by the County Assembly Service Board, has been widely praised for its forward-thinking approach and is being hailed as a benchmark for governance across devolved units. By fostering a culture of accountability and rewarding excellence, the Kakamega County Assembly is positioning itself as a model institution for transparent and effective governance.
Speaker Namatsi’s leadership marks a turning point in how county assemblies approach service delivery — with performance, not politics, leading the way.
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