Also known as: the National Treasury
Government ministry responsible for budget planning and debt management, currently led by Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and addressing Kenya's economic outlook.
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… Audio By Vocalize The Sports sector has been handed a major boost after the National Treasury recommended to increase the 2026/2027 proposed budgetary allocation by more than 50 per cent. …
Boost for Sports Fund as Treasury increases 2026/2027 budgetary allocationCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya June 11 – The National Treasury has disbursed Sh87 billion through the Hustler Fund since the programme was introduced in 2022, reaching 28 million accounts and extending formal financial services to millions of people who previously had little or no access to cred …
Treasury Says Hustler Fund Has Disbursed Sh87bn Since LaunchCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 11 – The National Treasury has moved to calm expectations ahead of the Sh4.84 trillion 2026/2027 national budget, with Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi saying there are “no surprises” for Kenyans when the spending plan is unveiled. …
No surprises in Sh4.8 trillion budget: MbadiThe Standard
The National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi will present a pre-election budget today with a gaping Sh1.1 trillion deficit at a time when both the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank have held back funding, forcing President William Ruto’s government to rely al …
Treasury faces budget squeeze as IMF, World Bank freeze loansThe Standard
… The National Treasury proposes a targeted allocation of Sh45.3 billion for the referral hospitals.#BudgetDay2026 pic.twitter.com/uaNSYvTwOA — KTN News (@KTNNewsKE) June 11, 2026 The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has been allocated Sh20.9 billion to improve the supply a …
Big win as Health sector secures Sh177 billion allocationThe Standard
… AgricultureThe government, through the National Treasury, has proposed a Sh64 billion allocation to the agriculture sector to boost productivity, value addition and resilience.Key investments include Sh18 billion for the Fertiliser Subsidy Programme, Sh2 billion for the Seed Subs …
Farmers, mitumba traders among key winners in proposed budget planThe Standard
… Our aim to bring it down is the other alternative means to finance the budget the national treasury and government has put in place,” Ichung’wah said. …
Govt defends budget strategy despite rising deficitCitizen Digital
… = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); However, the 2025/2026 financial year recorded unprecedented levels of such spending, with the National Treasury …
State House spent Ksh.4.4B outside budget - Controller of Budget revealsCitizen Digital
… The revised forecast is 100 basis points lower than the projection made by the National Treasury.
CBK retains lending rate at 8.75% despite rising inflationCitizen Digital
… The petitioner contended that the positions had already been advertised by the National Treasury for competitive recruitment through the Government-Owned Enterprises Boards Search and Selection Panel, only for the Energy Cabinet Secretary to proceed with direct appointments on th …
Court suspends CS Wandayi's KETRACO board appointmentsThe Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union has extended the doctors' strike in Isiolo County, now in its 17th day, demanding the county government settle outstanding salary arrears and remit statutory deductions including Social Health Authority contributions, loan repayments, and National Social Security Fund contributions that have not been remitted for more than three months.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union has extended the doctors' strike in Isiolo County, now in its 17th day, demanding the county government settle outstanding salary arrears and remit statutory deductions including Social Health Authority contributions, loan repayments, and National Social Security Fund contributions that have not been remitted for more than three months.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →
Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi has claimed Kenya's growing debt burden includes billions borrowed illegally outside the constitutional framework, and that cancelling such debts could save Sh2.8 trillion. According to Treasury figures, Kenya's public debt has risen to approximately Sh12.8 trillion, with a debt-to-GDP ratio of about 69.5%.
20 June 2026 · The Standard →
Mombasa High Court dismissed a petition challenging Kenya Ports Authority's restricted tendering process for 14 reachstackers, 15 forklifts and 48 terminal tractors worth sh.1.444,358,056, ruling the petitioners filed too late and should have acted when the tender was advertised.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of leading a 'looting spree' through the 2025/26 supplementary budget, claiming the government plans to siphon Kshs.6.2 billion through State House, the Office of the Deputy President, the State Department of Internal Security and the National Intelligence Service for bribing voters, paying goons, buying MPs and Senators, and other purposes.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi told the Senate that public and publicly guaranteed debt stood at about Sh12.842 trillion (69.49 per cent of GDP) as at end of February 2026.
18 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Association of Kenyans in Alberta has opposed provisions in Kenya's proposed Finance Bill 2026 that would impose additional tax and compliance requirements on rental income earned by Kenyans living abroad, arguing the measures unfairly target diaspora investors who have contributed to Kenya's economy through remittances and investments.
18 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Finance Bill 2026 advanced through its second reading in Parliament despite sharp disagreements between pro-government and opposition MPs. Pro-government leaders dismissed claims the bill imposes punitive taxes, while opposition lawmakers alleged it contains hidden taxes on mitumba clothing and mobile phones.
17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi told the Senate that the economy expanded 4.6 per cent in 2025, slightly down from 4.7 per cent in 2024, and that public and publicly guaranteed debt stood at approximately Sh12.842 trillion (69.49 per cent of GDP) as of February 26, 2026, attributing the economic slowdown to external shocks including Middle East conflict and drought risks.
17 June 2026 · The Standard →
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi's 2026/27 budget emphasises tax administration efforts rather than new levies on Kenyans, but the article suggests this approach may nonetheless increase the cost of doing business.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto is offering monthly stipends to village elders as part of a "Tutam" plan, positioning the initiative as part of his campaign strategy for the 2027 General Election.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto is prioritising elderly citizens through expanded allocations in the Finance Bill 2026 as he prepares for the 2027 General Election, following a political fallout with Gen Z voters.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
County governments are warning of a crisis in urban centres as rural-urban migration strains services, and municipal heads are now seeking a share of the National Infrastructure Fund to develop infrastructure and promote economic development. According to the Chair of the County Executive Committee Members in charge of Lands and Planning, 50 per cent of Kenya's population will be living in urban areas within the next 20 years, with the urbanisation rate having reached 3.4 per cent.
16 June 2026 · The Standard →
Wajir North MP Ibrahim Abdi Saney criticised the budget presented by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, saying North Eastern Kenya has been further marginalised and the estimates do not address livestock, the region's main economic activity.
14 June 2026 · The Standard →
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi presented a Budget statement in Parliament claiming the Kenya Kwanza administration has restored macroeconomic stability and strengthened public finances while also acknowledging seemingly insurmountable domestic and global economic hurdles.
13 June 2026 · The Standard →
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi delivered a 201-page Budget Statement on Thursday that was notably lengthy—comparing the duration to international flights from Nairobi—yet provided limited substantive disclosure.
13 June 2026 · The Standard →
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi presented his Budget statement in Parliament, depicting an economy showing signs of recovery while facing significant domestic and global challenges.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Treasury has proposed a comprehensive plan to strengthen support for women, youth, and vulnerable groups, with significant investments in gender equality, social protection, and safety net programmes.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Finance Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi presented a budget statement in Parliament describing an economy showing signs of recovery but facing significant domestic and global challenges. He acknowledged that Kenyans have sought to lighten their financial burden, though the article suggests limited optimism in his response.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan workers earning below Ksh.30,000 monthly will not receive the anticipated PAYE tax exemption in the 2026/2027 Budget, despite promises by President Ruto and Treasury CS John Mbadi. The relief had been expected by more than one million employed Kenyans.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi says Kenya is exploring debt-for-food and debt-for-development swaps, where creditors would forgive part of Kenya's debt in exchange for investments in food production, infrastructure, and other development sectors.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Treasury CS John Mbadi presented a Ksh4.8 trillion national budget for 2026/27, expecting total revenue of Ksh3.631 trillion and facing a deficit of Ksh1.146 trillion to be financed through external and domestic borrowing alongside new tax reforms across VAT, income tax, excise duty, and customs duty.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Treasury recommended raising the 2026/2027 budgetary allocation to the Sports Fund to Ksh 25.2 billion, up from Ksh 13.5 billion in the previous fiscal year. The increase supports Kenya's co-hosting of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 and the government's broader goals of youth empowerment and sports development.
11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Treasury has disbursed Sh87 billion through the Hustler Fund since its 2022 launch, reaching 28 million accounts and extending formal financial services to millions previously lacking credit access. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said the fund has brought millions into the formal financial ecosystem, including 4.5 million Kenyans who were previously listed on credit reference bureaus and are now building formal credit records.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said there are "no surprises" in the 2026/2027 national budget, as most revenue-raising proposals have been public since April following constitutional requirements for public participation. He warned that the budget was prepared amid difficult global economic conditions, including Middle East tensions and disruption to fuel prices and trade.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
The National Treasury Cabinet Secretary will present a pre-election budget with a Sh1.1 trillion deficit as both the IMF and World Bank have held back funding, forcing the government to rely on domestic borrowing or new taxes. The World Bank has yet to disburse a Sh96.9 billion loan under its Development Policy Operation, with negotiations still ongoing.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
The government has allocated Sh177.2 billion to the health sector in the 2026/27 budget, an increase of about Sh37.5 billion from the current financial year, with funding directed at advancing Universal Health Coverage, strengthening service delivery, and supporting programmes for communicable diseases, healthcare workforce development, and primary care.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Treasury has proposed Sh784.5 billion for education in the 2026/27 budget, the largest single-sector allocation, distributed across basic education, universities, technical training, and teacher recruitment. The Teachers Service Commission receives the largest share at Sh424.3 billion, followed by higher education at Sh163.9 billion.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026/27 Budget proposals by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi include Sh64 billion for the agriculture sector to boost productivity, value addition and resilience, with key investments in fertiliser subsidies (Sh18 billion), seed subsidies (Sh2 billion), and climate resilience programmes. The plan also includes VAT exemptions on essential goods and higher taxes on sugary drinks and tobacco as public health measures.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
The government has defended its fiscal strategy, saying the national budget deficit remains a concern but is gradually declining compared to last year. Treasury is introducing alternative financing measures, including the National Infrastructure Fund, to bridge the gap.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
State House Kenya spent more than Ksh.4.4 billion outside the approved budget in the first nine months of the 2025/2026 financial year, including Ksh.2.5 billion in a six-week period between January and February, according to the Controller of Budget. The government overall spent more than Ksh.200 billion in unplanned expenditure during the same period, with much going towards debt repayment.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →