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21st and 22nd November 2024

Virtual | In-Person

Kenya’s premier platform for dialogue and collaboration towards shaping the agenda for sustainable public finance.
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21st and 22nd November 2024

Virtual | In-Person

Kenya’s premier platform for dialogue and collaboration towards shaping the agenda for sustainable public finance.
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Welcome to the Public Finance Conference 2024!

The Public Finance Conference 2024 #PFC2024 seeks to bring together policymakers, intergovernmental agencies, civil society organisations, and development partners to set the agenda for public finance in Kenya. Hosted by Bajeti Hub, the hybrid conference will unfold over two dynamic days of dialogue, collaboration and sharing towards developing innovative solutions on sustainable public finance practices. The #PFC24 will cater to diverse learning styles and encourage active participation through a blend of plenary sessions, thematic breakout sessions, and dedicated networking opportunities!
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Program

Day 1
Day 2

Day 1: Thursday, November 21, 2024

High Level Panel

09:30

High Level Panel
3

Panel

This session will bring together state and non-state leaders to set the tone for the Public Finance Conference 2024. The panel discussion will explore the various conference themes in broad terms, providing a solid foundation upon which the pertinent policy issues to be discussed on both days can be considered and tackled within the current fiscal context.

Session 1

11:00

Financing Budgets in the Context of Fiscal Constraint
3
With increased taxation becoming harder and harder and the level of public debt rising to unsustainable levels, the question of alternative financing strategies arises. However, the government’s options are limited; Kenyans are saying no to taxation, they are demanding that the government stop borrowing and are questioning its use of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).  How then can the government finance its budget and at the same time pursue fiscal consolidation?
Read the Session Paper here.

Session 2

14:00

Balancing Universal Health Coverage with Fiscal Sustainability
3

Breakout

In recent years, public finance debates and policies have centered around macroeconomic issues, as the country contends with a constrained fiscal space, economic shocks, and high debt repayment obligations. As a result, there has been less focus on essential service delivery areas, particularly in sectors like healthcare and education, which are crucial for the country’s poor and marginalized populations. The session aims to bring together policymakers, county officials, and health sector stakeholders to address the systemic and operational challenges in Kenya’s healthcare financing under the broader umbrella of public financial management reforms.
Read the Session Paper here.

Session 3

14:00

Budgeting for Basic Education
3

Breakout

It has been over 14 years since Kenya’s 2010 Constitution provided for the right to free and compulsory basic education. Whereas the budget allocation for basic education has been increasing over the years, it still falls short of the requirements to ensure that no parent or guardian pays for any costs in Preprimary, Primary and Secondary Schools. This session will explore the adequacy of basic education budget against the essential needs, trends and challenges education financing and the achievement of the desired outcomes in the basic education sub-sector.

Read the Session Paper here.

Day 2: Friday, November 22, 2024

Session 4

09:30

Strengthening Devolution for Equitable Development
3

Devolution remains a cornerstone of Kenya’s development strategy, designed to promote equity and fairness. While notable progress has been made in the first decade of devolution, several challenges persist in fully realizing its objectives. This session will reflect on intergovernmental relations, which are essential for both supporting and providing oversight to national and county governments to ensure that devolution functions effectively.

Read the Session Paper here.

Session 5

11:00

Budgeting for Impact
3
Budget credibility remains at the heart of effective and meaningful public budgeting, requiring sober deliberations on the true impediments to service delivery at the national and county level. A big part also relates to how the public is involved with feedback-giving and decision-making at the budget implementation phase towards increased accountability. The central question of this session will be: How do we make sure public budget achieve their intended impact on society?

Read the Session Paper here.

Session 6

14:00

The Future of Public Finance in Kenya
3

This final and closing conversation will take a forward-looking approach, drawing from the insights and solutions generated in previous sessions in order to set the agenda for the future of public finance in Kenya.

Speakers

Veronicah Ndegwa

Veronicah Ndegwa

Senior Research Analyst, Institute for Public Finance

Diana Gichengo

Diana Gichengo

Executive Director, The Institute for Social Accountability

Jilna Shah

Jilna Shah

Tax Director, RSM (Eastern Africa) Consulting Ltd

Dr. Abraham Rugo

Dr. Abraham Rugo

Executive Director, Bajeti Hub

Wangari Muikia

Wangari Muikia

Founder & Managing Director, Expertise Global

CPA Robert Maina

CPA Robert Maina

Associate Director, Tax Services Ernst & Young LLP (EY)

Steen Larsen

Steen Larsen

Financial Management Advisor, DANIDA

Dr. Emmanuel Manyasa

Dr. Emmanuel Manyasa

Executive Director, Usawa Agenda

Reena Atuma

Reena Atuma

Activity Manager, Population Reference Bureau

Judy Oduma

Judy Oduma

Team Leader, Kenya Devolution Program, ACT!

Rachel Ndirangu

Rachel Ndirangu

Regional Director, Advocacy and Public Policy, PATH

Dr Henry Gichana

Dr Henry Gichana

Devolution Lead, Katiba Institute

Veronicah Ndegwa

Senior Research Analyst, Institute for Public Finance

Diana Gichengo

Executive Director, The Institute for Social Accountability

Jilna Shah

Tax Director, RSM (Eastern Africa) Consulting Ltd

Dr. Abraham Rugo

Executive Director, Bajeti Hub

Wangari Muikia

Founder & Managing Director, Expertise Global

CPA Robert Maina

Associate Director, Tax Services Ernst & Young LLP (EY)

Steen Larsen

Financial Management Advisor, DANIDA

Dr. Emmanuel Manyasa

Executive Director, Usawa Agenda

Reena Atuma

Activity Manager, Population Reference Bureau

Judy Oduma

Team Leader, Kenya Devolution Program, ACT!

Rachel Ndirangu

Regional Director, Advocacy and Public Policy, PATH

Dr Henry Gichana

Devolution Lead, Katiba Institute

See You at the #PFC2024!

Dates: 21st and 22nd of November 2024
Hybrid (Physical + Virtual)

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FAQ

What is The Public Finance Conference 2024?
The Public Finance Conference 2024 #PFC2024, seeks to bring together policymakers, intergovernmental agencies, civil society organisations, and development partners to set the agenda for public finance in Kenya. Hosted by Bajeti Hub, the hybrid conference will unfold over 21st and 22nd of November.
How can I attend The Public Finance Conference 2024?
The #PFC2024 is a fully hybrid event offering both virtual and physical attendance. While physical space is limited, virtual attendance is open to all and highly encouraged. To participate in either from, ensure you book your spot using the links provided on this page.
Who is involved in organising The Public Finance Conference 2024?
The #PFC24 is hosted by Bajeti Hub and made possible with the support of the Institute for Public Finance, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK), The Intergovernmental Technical Relations Committee, ThinkWell, PATH, World Vision Kenya, the Council of Governors, Health NGOs Network, Africa Economic Research Consortium, Uraia, the Danish Embassy, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Africa Capacity Building Foundation, and Ziz Afrique.

Contact Us

Email address

thepfckenya@gmail.com

Give us a call

+254 791 183600

Contact Us

Email address

thepfckenya@gmail.com

Give us a call

+254 791 183600