Isiolo County MP, Hon. Mumina Bonaya, has raised alarms over the transparency and accountability in the management of the Sports, Arts, and Social Development Fund (SASDF). In a statement to the National Assembly on February 19, 2025, Hon. Bonaya demanded a forensic audit of the fund's expenditures, citing concerns over the mismanagement of resources meant for the development of sports in Kenya.
Hon. Bonaya called for a forensic audit by the Office of the Auditor General, covering the last two financial years. The audit would include an examination of all companies contracted to supply goods and services related to the SASDF. The report is expected to be submitted to the Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture for further consideration.
“There has been public outcry over the mismanagement of funds in the sports sector. Despite huge allocations, our national teams continue to suffer from inadequate playing fields, poor-quality sports gear, and poorly organized events,” Hon. Bonaya remarked, emphasizing the disconnect between financial resources and actual outcomes in the sector.
The MP further demanded that the Kenya Academy of Sports and the SASDF clarify the criteria used to assess the needs of sports development in Kenya. She also questioned the mechanisms in place to ensure that funds are equitably distributed across all regions of the country.
"We need transparency regarding the preparation quality, playing fields, sports gear, and overall organization of sports events, especially when the financial resources allocated seem to be disproportionately large compared to the actual results," Hon. Bonaya stated.
In addition, the Isiolo legislator called for a comprehensive report detailing all companies awarded tenders to supply playing kits and sports equipment, underscoring the need for accountability in the procurement process.
The Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture, Hon. Dana Wanyama, is expected to respond with a detailed statement in the coming three weeks. This call for a forensic audit highlights ongoing concerns within the sports sector about the proper use of public funds and the need for greater accountability.
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