Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has put his county executives on performance contracts and committed them to ensuring zero tolerance to corruption and efficient management. Natembeya said he will not entertain cases of graft in his administration and warned the officers that they would carry their own cross if caught misusing public funds or resources.

The county boss spoke during the signing of performance contracts by the county executives on Tuesday in Kitale.

Natembeya emphasised his desire for Trans Nzoia to become a model of service delivery for other counties in Kenya.

He highlighted challenges faced by the county, including delays in processing payments and irregularities in the procurement process.

The county boss called for strict vetting procedures to address concerns about unqualified individuals applying for tenders.

“Some individuals who have no capacity at all are applying for tenders just to mess up what we want to do and we will not allow that,” Natembeya said.

He however said the county would work towards building the capacity of youth in the region so that they also benefit from the jobs and contracts in the county.