As of 2019, Deputy President William Ruto’s office remains the top defaulting entity for parking fees in Nairobi, with an outstanding debt of Sh203 million to City Hall, according to official records. This includes Sh189.08 million for 113 spaces on Harambee Avenue and Sh14.06 million for 10 slots along Parliament Lane since 2014.
City Hall data reveals that 11 government institutions collectively owe Sh678 million in unpaid parking fees. The High Court is responsible for Sh105.1 million for 72 spaces since 2012, while the Central Bank of Kenya has yet to settle Sh77.2 million for 46 slots from a similar period. Other entities, including the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics and Ministry of Finance, also face liabilities dating back to 1999.
City Hall’s parking revenue has declined significantly since 2013, with collections dropping to Sh1.88 billion for the year ending June 2018—a 18% decrease from Sh2.05 billion in 2016-17. Director of Parking Tom Tinega noted that repeated demand notices have failed to resolve the issue, citing inconsistent payments from entities like the National Assembly and Kenya Revenue Authority.
Despite efforts by the Governor’s office to engage high-ranking institutions, Tinega suggested the matter may not have reached the governor’s direct attention. The financial shortfall exacerbates challenges in funding essential services, as Nairobi’s total revenue for the period fell by Sh800 million compared to the previous year.
