Budget reading 2026

Kenya’s National Treasury headed by CS John mBADI is this afternoon expected to present the 2026/27 Budget Estimates before Parliament, outlining the government’s spending priorities for the coming financial year. The budget presentation comes at a time when the country is seeking to accelerate economic growth, create employment opportunities, and address the rising cost of living affecting many households.

Key Budget Figures for FY 2026/27
Total Budget: Approximately KSh 4.82 trillion.
Projected Budget Deficit: About 5.4% of GDP, down from an estimated 6.4% in the current financial year.
County Governments Allocation: Around KSh 420 billion.
Expected Government Revenue: More than KSh 3 trillion through taxes and other sources.
Borrowing Requirement: Hundreds of billions of shillings through both domestic and external borrowing to bridge the budget gap.

Members of Parliament, business leaders, and citizens across the country are keenly awaiting the details of the budget, particularly the allocation of funds to key sectors such as education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, and security. The Treasury is also expected to explain how it plans to finance government programmes while managing public debt and maintaining fiscal discipline.

The budget reading is likely to attract significant attention from the business community, which has been calling for policies that encourage investment and reduce the cost of doing business. Manufacturers, farmers, and small-scale traders will be watching closely for measures aimed at boosting productivity, supporting entrepreneurship, and improving access to markets.

As the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury addresses Parliament, the budget is expected to set the tone for Kenya’s economic direction over the next year. The proposals announced today will influence government spending, development projects, and the broader economic environment, making the presentation one of the most important events on the country’s financial calendar.