The National Assembly has approved the revenue and expenditure estimates for the 2026/2027 financial year, passing a budget that places strong emphasis on housing, education, health, and social protection programmes.
The framework, presented by the Budget and Appropriations Committee after public participation and sector consultations, was adopted by lawmakers who said the allocations are designed to strengthen service delivery while maintaining fiscal discipline.
Moving the motion, Committee Chairperson Samuel Atandi outlined a plan anchored in public input and targeted investments in housing, agriculture, environmental resilience, health, and education.
Housing emerged as one of the biggest winners, receiving Ksh 138.2 billion, including Ksh 50 billion earmarked for the Affordable Housing Programme. The funds will accelerate construction of new units, upgrade informal settlements, expand urban infrastructure, and create jobs for youth in the construction value chain.
Education was allocated the largest share of the budget at Ksh 781.4 billion, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening learning institutions and expanding access.
The energy sector received Ksh 16.3 billion for rural electrification and Ksh 7.5 billion for the expansion of the national grid. Additional funding has been directed to digital infrastructure projects, including ICT hubs, the Konza Data Centre, and cybersecurity systems.
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Social protection programmes also featured prominently, with Ksh 25 billion set aside for elderly cash transfers, Ksh 8.9 billion for orphans and vulnerable children, and further support for persons with disabilities and hunger relief initiatives. The National Youth Service was allocated Ksh 12.5 billion to support youth skills development and employment programmes.
Members of Parliament raised concerns over rising public debt, projected at Ksh 1.1 trillion in debt servicing, and delays in payment of pending bills. They noted improvements through the electronic government procurement system, which has recorded savings of Ksh 36.9 billion, but called for faster Exchequer releases to ease cash flow challenges.
The approved estimates now proceed to the Appropriation Bill stage, which will authorise government spending for the 2026/2027 financial year.
By Masaki Enock
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