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What MCAs Do

Understanding the role of Members of County Assembly in local governance and how they impact your daily life

Learn About MCA Responsibilities

Your Local Representatives

Members of County Assembly (MCAs) are elected representatives who serve in the County Assembly, which is the legislative arm of the county government. They are the closest elected officials to the people at the grassroots level.

MCAs play a crucial role in ensuring that county governments are accountable to the people and that resources are used effectively to address local needs and priorities.

Understanding what MCAs do helps you hold them accountable and make informed voting decisions during elections.

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Key Roles of MCAs

The main functions and responsibilities of Members of County Assembly

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Legislation

MCAs make laws (county legislation) that govern the county. They debate and pass bills that address local issues and needs within the county's jurisdiction.

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Budget Approval

They approve county budgets and oversee budget implementation. MCAs ensure public funds are allocated properly and used for intended development projects.

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Oversight

MCAs oversee the county executive committee and other county organs. They ensure the county government operates transparently and efficiently.

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Representation

They represent the interests of their wards and constituents in the county assembly. MCAs are the voice of the people at the county level.

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Approval of Appointments

MCAs approve key county executive appointments made by the governor, including County Executive Committee members.

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Monitoring & Evaluation

They monitor the implementation of county projects and programs within their wards to ensure quality and timely completion.

Detailed Responsibilities

Specific duties that MCAs perform in their daily work

Legislative Functions

  • Draft and sponsor bills for county legislation
  • Debate and vote on proposed laws
  • Propose amendments to existing laws
  • Participate in committee work
  • Represent county interests in national legislation

Oversight Functions

  • Summon county executives for questioning
  • Investigate county departments and projects
  • Review county performance reports
  • Monitor implementation of resolutions
  • Ensure compliance with county laws

Representative Functions

  • Hold regular public meetings in the ward
  • Receive and address constituent complaints
  • Advocate for ward development needs
  • Facilitate communication between residents and county government
  • Report back to constituents on assembly proceedings

MCA Impact on Your Life

How MCAs directly affect your community and daily living

70%
Of county services managed by MCAs
35+
Key services under county government
KES 400B+
Annual county budgets overseen
1,450
Wards represented nationwide

Healthcare Services

MCAs oversee dispensaries, health centers, and county hospitals. They ensure adequate funding for medical supplies, staff, and facilities in your area.

Roads & Infrastructure

They approve budgets for road maintenance, street lighting, and public infrastructure projects that affect your daily commute and accessibility.

Education & Youth

MCAs fund Early Childhood Development centers, vocational training, and youth empowerment programs in your community.

MCA vs Other Leaders

Understanding how MCAs differ from other elected representatives

Member of County Assembly (MCA)

  • Represents a ward (smallest electoral unit)
  • Serves in County Assembly
  • Focuses on county legislation and oversight
  • Works on local development projects
  • Addresses ward-specific issues
  • Approves county budgets

Member of Parliament (MP)

  • Represents a constituency
  • Serves in National Assembly
  • Focuses on national legislation
  • Works on constituency development fund
  • Addresses national policy issues
  • Approves national budgets

Women Representative

  • Represents entire county
  • Serves in National Assembly
  • Focuses on women and gender issues
  • Works on women empowerment programs
  • Addresses county-wide gender matters
  • Special representative role