Budget Brief No. 17 – Where’s Our Money? Budget Transparency in East Africa

John Kinuthia is the Deputy Executive Director at Bajeti Hub, bringing over 13 years of experience in public finance and decentralization. He leads the design and execution of the organization’s programs at both national and county levels, advancing transparency, inclusion, and equity in how Kenya raises and spends public resources. John’s work is grounded in rigorous research that also informs Bajeti Hub’s technical assistance and policy engagement with government institutions and civil society actors. His research covers a wide range of public finance issues, including equitable revenue sharing, impact of public debt on social services, social protection, budget credibility, public deliberations, health financing, and sub-national budget transparency. Prior to joining Bajeti Hub, John worked at Twaweza East Africa, where he played a key role in developing the Kenya Budget Explorer, an innovative platform that enhances public access to budget information. Outside of his professional work, John enjoys cycling, farming, and exploring his passion for history and geography.