Concerns over the management of public assets at the Communication Authority of Kenya (CA) have emerged following a recent report by the Office of the Auditor General, presented to Parliament’s Public Investments Committee on Social Services, Administration, and Agriculture (PIC-SSAA), chaired by Navakholo MP Emmanuel Wangwe.
The audit report highlighted discrepancies in the valuation and documentation of several assets held by the Authority.
Notably, CA’s Nairobi headquarters was valued at Sh15.96 billion, a figure the auditors questioned, describing it as potentially overstated.
“The valuation requires further review to ensure it accurately reflects the asset’s current worth,” said Agnes Kamau from the Auditor General’s office.
The audit also noted inconsistencies related to land records.
For example, the size of a parcel of land listed as 5.59 hectares was found to be 4.78 hectares upon review, though no corresponding adjustments had been made in the title deed or financial records.
In Garissa County, the Authority holds property reportedly valued at Sh68 million without formal ownership documentation.
A similar issue was noted in Trans Nzoia, where a land parcel associated with a past debt charge remains unresolved.
“This points to a need for stronger asset verification and documentation processes,” MP Wangwe commented during the session.
Another matter raised involves a Sh3.19 billion debt owed by Telkom Kenya Limited (TKL). According to the audit, no repayments have been recorded, and a portion of the debt, Sh287 million, has been written off.
CA CEO David Mugonyi appeared before the committee to respond to questions and outline steps the Authority is taking to address the concerns raised.
Members of the committee emphasized the importance of accountability and called for remedial action, including a review of asset records and inter-agency coordination to resolve outstanding issues.
Parliament is expected to follow up with further oversight measures as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen transparency in the management of public resources.
