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Ngari cited housing developments in Mukuru Kwa Njenga, Nairobi, and Pioneer Estate in Eldoret as examples of the administration's efforts to expand access to decent housing
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the Government's agricultural reforms were aimed at changing the economics of farming while strengthening Kenya's food sovereignty and creating jobs
Mudavadi said the strategy goes beyond science and environmental conservation, describing it as an economic and industrial plan that supports the Government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Tuesday, Maliba said the 2010 Constitution already provides a clear picture of the country Kenyans want to build, including the values leaders should uphold and the rights citizens should enjoy
The government has maintained that it has delivered on several fronts and has previously released performance reports detailing its progress under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Thursday, Owino explained that many Kenyans mistakenly believe Vision 2030 has been abandoned because successive governments have implemented its programmes without consistently communicating that they form part of the country's long-term development agenda
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Friday, Abdikadir said the political realignment that followed the 2024 Finance Bill protests had significantly disrupted conventional political calculations, making it increasingly difficult to predict the outcome of the 2027 General Election
The Treasury CS argued that youth unemployment should be viewed as an economic issue rather than solely a labour market challenge, saying no country could sustain growth while failing to fully utilise its young workforce
According to the Ministry of Health, Kenya's Ebola preparedness score has reached 66 percent, reflecting encouraging progress while highlighting the need for continued investment to attain full operational readiness
Speaking on Thursday, the President stated that although childbirth is widely recognised as a painful and demanding process, it ultimately brings forth new life. He explained that Kenya's economic and governance reforms should be viewed in the same light, arguing that while the measures may be challenging in the short term, they are essential to securing the country's long-term development and prosperity
The President also acknowledged China's expanding partnership with Africa through initiatives including the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and increased party-to-party cooperation
As part of the implementation plan, Kenya and Armenia will establish a Joint Committee to coordinate activities under the agreement and assess progress over time. The committee will also facilitate information sharing and recommend additional areas of cooperation as the partnership develops.
With the latest position, the total tax burden on imported mobile phones is expected to ease only slightly, dropping to about 50 per cent from the current 54.5 per cent, rather than the sharp reduction that had been anticipated.
Speaking on Thursday, during signing of the Agreement on Establishment of County Aggregation and Industrial Parks ceremony at the State House, he said all 34 counties have committed to co-funding and urged focus on operationalising facilities to support small-scale industries and local manufacturing growth.
In a public notice issued on Thursday, the Treasury said the Budget Statement for the new financial year would outline the government’s spending plans and economic priorities for the period beginning July 2026.
The State Department for Cooperatives says it needs Sh15.28 billion for 2026/27, but the National Treasury allocated Sh6.98 billion, leaving an Sh8.3 billion gap. PS Patrick Kilemi warned this may slow cooperative and coffee programmes.
The office further informed MPs that its current financial year budget had been adjusted through supplementary estimates.
Appearing before the Parliament of Kenya Departmental Committee on Agriculture and Livestock during discussions on the ministry’s Sh79.06 billion 2026/27 budget estimates on Tuesday, Kagwe said the levy would fund modernization and position Kenyan tea as a premium global product.
Public hearings are scheduled to begin on May 13, 2026, and will be held in several counties, giving residents an opportunity to present their views directly to the Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Among the key areas highlighted for public input are proposals aimed at lowering the cost of living, improving food security, and creating more opportunities for young people, women, and vulnerable groups.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has directed Kenyan envoys to prioritise diaspora welfare and economic contributions, calling overseas citizens a strategic asset for growth and global influence.
The Deputy President emphasised that the expansion to two million beneficiaries reflects the government’s broader strategy to stimulate grassroots enterprise, enhance income generation and curb youth unemployment.
Kindiki said the plan is centered on agriculture and water, infrastructure, and energy, and powered by people, technology and strong public-private partnerships. He noted that the government wants faster and more focused action to unlock growth across all sectors.
The President said the fund will be used to mobilise Sh5 trillion to finance the country’s economic transformation and drive large-scale development.
Mudavadi, who also serves as Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, assured the community that the government is ready to work alongside the Iteso people to achieve positive and progressive transformation.
Speaking in an interview on Radio Generation, Kerow argued that while the government highlights agriculture, housing, health care, digital infrastructure, and SMEs as its main focus areas, the actual budget tells a different story.
The mission will benefit 50 children after a Sh120 million donation by First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto and Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Asmaa of the Kingdom of Morocco.
Duale said the discussions on the Post-Retirement Medical Cover is designed to help public servants accumulate funds during their working years to meet healthcare costs in retirement.
Speaking during a public rally in Nkubu, Meru County, on Friday, Kindiki described the initiative as a “decisive strike against poverty.,”
Mwaura said the administration inherited a struggling economy that many believed would collapse within three months, but it has since been stabilized to benefit Kenyans.