A county assembly is the forum through which the people, who own the sovereign power to govern, participate in making of laws, formulation of policies for taxation, budgeting and establishment of county public service. Through the County Assembly, the citizens of the county maintain surveillance and oversight on how they are being governed .

In Kisii County Assembly, there are 45 elected members  and awaiting  28 nominees.

Our Mandate

To legislate authority of Kisii County by making and unmaking laws to facilitate the due execution of powers and functions of a County Government.

Mission

To be a leading County in achieving devolution through democratic culture, transparency and accountability

Vision

To be  a County that initiates equitable distribution, participation of the people in making decisions and management of local and national resources and stimulate social-economic development among citizens of  County.

Functions of the County Assembly 

• Vet and approve nominees for appointment to County Public offices.
• Approve the budget and expenditure of the County Government.
• Approve the borrowing by the County Government.
• Approve County Development Planning and perform any other role as may be set out under the Constitution or legislation.

 Role of Members of the County Assembly

• Representation role -  Maintain close contact with the electorate and consult them on issues before or under discussion in the county assembly.
• Legislative  role- Attend sessions of the county assembly and its committees by providing linkage between the county assembly and the electorate
• Oversight role -On public service delivery; and extend professional knowledge, experience or specialized knowledge to any issue for discussion in the county assembly.