Ndeti said the Assembly had altered allocations by Sh853.96 million after the Executive presented its budget. She said the original plan was balanced and based on the 2026 County Fiscal Strategy Paper (CFSP), but the version passed by the Assembly on August 18 contained changes that she considers unlawful.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking during a forum marking 16 years of the 2010 Constitution on Thursday, Koome said Kenyans had confidence in the Judiciary, demonstrated by their decision to bring disputes before the courts.
By David AbonyoSpeaking in Nairobi on Thursday, DCP Secretary-General-designate and Nyandarua Senator John Methu said Kenyans deserved a detailed account of how public resources have been managed during Ruto’s four years in office
By Chrispho OwuorAt the centre of the dispute are pending bills, development spending and changes made to the proposed allocations. MCAs have raised concern over the amount owed to suppliers and contractors, saying the debt has placed many businesses and families under financial pressure.
By Bradley BosireThe Kenya National Examinations Council, however, has been allocated only Sh9.9 billion in the current financial year, leaving it with a funding deficit of Sh6.71 billion.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe county expects to finance the budget through Sh23.47 billion from the equitable share and grants, Sh20.86 billion generated from its own revenue, Sh3.2 billion from the Health Facilities Improvement Fund and liquor licensing, and Sh1.7 billion from projected cash balances.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to a public notice published in the MyGov publication of July 14, 2026, the launch will take place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) from 8:30 a.m. and will bring together government officials, lawmakers, stakeholders and members of the public.
By David AbonyoA total of Sh260 million was allocated to the agriculture subsidy programme under the Inua Mkulima initiative, which provides farmers with subsidised farm inputs alongside income support.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTurkana Central MP Joseph Emathe called on the commission to provide a complete breakdown of the lawyers and law firms owed the money, together with details of the cases they handled.
By Maureen KinyanjuiEarlier, Budget and Appropriations Committee Chairperson Sam Atandi confirmed that the supplementary budget had included funds meant to address the backlog in payments to teachers involved in exam administration.
By Bradley BosireThe education budget has been increased from Sh544 billion to Sh702 billion, with authorities saying the additional funding is meant to widen access and reduce the cost of training for learners.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the 2026/27 Budget Estimates presented last week by National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, the Higher Education Loans Board has been allocated Sh56.3 billion against a required Sh112.1 billion to support about 1.38 million students.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the report, the government spent Sh222.7 billion repurchasing Eurobonds between March 2025 and February 2026. The transactions included a Sh78.3 billion buyback in March 2025, Sh86.3 billion in October 2025 and another Sh58.1 billion in February 2026.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKENTTEC told MPs that since its formation in 2012, it has been working to reduce tsetse fly populations using monitoring tools such as the Flies Per Trap Per Day metric to guide control measures in affected areas.
By Bradley BosireSpeaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Mucendu pointed to the 1965 Sessional Paper No. 10, a post-independence policy document widely criticised for prioritising investment in areas deemed to have high economic potential while sidelining others.
By David AbonyoIn a statement issued on Sunday, the commission said the attack reflected a worrying trend in which intimidation and "goonism" are increasingly being used as tools of political competition, undermining constitutional freedoms and public confidence in democratic institutions.
By Samuel OtienoThe Governor said the budget was passed following extensive public participation and consultations with stakeholders across Garissa County.
By Yunis DekowAccording to Treasury estimates, State House has been allocated Sh13 billion for the next financial year, down from the current Sh17 billion. This comes even as the national budget rises from Sh4.3 trillion to Sh4.8 trillion.
By Maureen Kinyanjui, Principal Administrative Secretary Moses Mbaruku told lawmakers that the office had initially been allocated Sh3.07 billion, comprising Sh2.97 billion under the recurrent budget and Sh100 million under the development budget.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe committee, chaired by Webuye West MP Hon. Dan Wanyama, dismissed the ministry’s proposal to raise the budget from Sh3.5 billion to Sh5 billion, calling the explanation insufficient.
By Maureen KinyanjuiPrincipal Secretary Kello Harsama told the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Regional Development on Thursday that the department requires Sh28.4 billion to operate efficiently but has been allocated only Sh11.2 billion in the current budget.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTreasury CS John Mbadi said the allocation represents 21.87 per cent of the most recent audited and approved national revenue, as provided under Articles 203 (2) and (3) of the constitution.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMombasa County Assembly has approved the 2025 Finance Bill, introducing new port, parking, dumping and fumigation charges, while cutting quarry transport fees, effective for 2026 once gazetted.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe National Treasury has released the draft 2026 Budget Policy Statement and invited public and stakeholder comments by January 9, 2026, in a key step shaping Kenya’s medium-term fiscal priorities.
By Chrispho OwuorTo address the heavy workload, the Judiciary has focused on completing new court buildings in Kasarani, Mihango, and Huruma. It is also increasing the number of specialised courts, including Gender Justice, Anti-Corruption, Children’s, and Small Claims Courts.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the National Treasury, State House spent Sh4.32 billion between July and September, far exceeding its quarterly allocation of Sh1.92 billion, pushing its recurrent spending 125 percent above the set ceiling.
By Maureen KinyanjuiBetween July and September 2025, recurrent expenses by ministries, departments, and agencies hit Sh366.5 billion, up from Sh280.09 billion in the same period of 2024. The 30.9 per cent jump reflects increased costs in wages, administration, operations, and office maintenance — despite the government’s pledge to rein in such spending.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe office’s total allocation in the national budget was Sh3.07 billion, with Sh100 million set aside for development projects, and the rest for day-to-day operations. If the current spending trend continues, officials warn the budget may be fully utilised by March 2026 unless adjustments or supplementary approvals are made.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon told MPs that the commission will roll out a continuous voter registration exercise beginning September 29. However, he noted that areas with pending by-elections will only access the service once the polls are concluded.
By Maureen KinyanjuiWithin Africa, the top destinations were Tanzania, Uganda, and South Africa, while officials also travelled to Dubai, Singapore, the United States, the Netherlands, France, and Japan.
By Rose Achieng