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Mbadi: Political projects shut out of Sh340bn infrastructure fund
Projects that are considered necessary but cannot generate enough revenue in the short or medium term will instead continue to depend on the Exchequer for financing.
CS John Mbadi
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1,543 public entities onboard e-GP system, Sh9 billion tenders processed – Mbadi
According to Mbadi, the platform is a key component of ongoing efforts to improve management of public resources by making procurement processes more open, efficient and easier to monitor.
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Kenya proposes Sh565 billion to security sector in new budget
Presenting the budget statement on June 11, 2026, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said a secure environment is a prerequisite for sustained economic activity and investor confidence.
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Mbadi outlines tighter tax and spending controls as deficit hits 6.4% of GDP
To reverse the revenue slowdown, Mbadi said the government is accelerating the use of technology in tax administration, aimed at widening compliance and sealing loopholes.
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Treasury warns shilling may weaken to Sh180 if State fuel deal is scrapped
To cushion consumers, Mbadi said the government has continued to intervene through subsidies and tax adjustments despite rising fiscal pressure.
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You have no capacity to advise me! CS Mbadi hits out at Winnie Odinga
His remarks come after Winnie drew a clear line on the role of the National Treasury, insisting that it must remain insulated from political confrontation, after the CS made remarks believed to have been direct...
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Treasury clarifies mitumba, phone and PAYE changes in Finance Bill 2026
Speaking during a press briefing in Nairobi on Monday, the CS said reforms such as a simplified “mitumba” tax regime, reduced phone import taxes, and a shift in filing timelines are aimed at easing business cos...
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Treasury sets aside Sh1.3 trillion for debt in Sh4.79 trillion budget
Revenue projections stand at Sh3.63 trillion from ordinary collections and Sh644 billion from Appropriation-in-Aid. This leaves a funding gap of Sh1.11 trillion, which the government plans to cover through borr...