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Kakamega County
Administratively, the notoriously infamous Mama Sarah\'s is in Kakamega County.
71
Composite GQI
Kakamega County has a composite GQI score of 71.0, which places it in the strong governance tier. Components: EC 70.4 (strong), APC 73.6 (strong), LME 68.9 (moderate).
Governance Quality Index
70
EC — Electoral Competition
How fairly and freely elections are run in this area. We look at whether voter rolls are complete,…
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74
APC — Administrative Process Compliance
Whether the government of this administrative unit follows its own rules. The law requires public participation forums before…
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69
LME — Last-Mile Execution
Whether money allocated to this area actually reaches the people it was meant for. We look at both…
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How Kakamega County compares
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Frequently asked questions
What is the governance score for Kakamega County?
Kakamega County has a composite GQI score of 71.0. This combines Electoral Competition, Administrative Process Compliance, and Last-Mile Execution.
Is Kakamega County a good investment destination?
Kakamega County scores 71.0 — strong governance tier. Positive indicator for long-term investment.
What data does Mulembe Nation track for Kakamega County?
The Sentinel Framework tracks electoral competition, administrative process compliance, and last-mile execution. Data sources include IEBC, Controller of Budget, Auditor-General, and health and education management systems. Updated quarterly.
How does Kakamega County compare to other areas?
Kakamega County scores 71.0 composite GQI. Average across scored areas: 71.0.
