Speaking to Radio Generation on Friday, Braganza described the annual United Nations General Assembly as an important platform through which African governments can advance their interests, negotiate with other countries and challenge existing structures of global governance
By Chrispho OwuorThe Busia Senator also questioned why the government was continuing to borrow despite concerns about the size of the existing debt. He referred to remarks by the Controller of Budget calling on Treasury to stop adding to the country’s debt burden.
By Maureen KinyanjuiController of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o said the total travel bill increased by Sh5.2 billion compared with the previous financial year.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe committee, chaired by Muchangi Karemba (Runyenjes), has been examining petitions brought before it by members of the public and holding discussions with those directly involved in the matters raised.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe agreement marks a new phase in relations between Senegal and the IMF after the lender suspended an earlier $1.8 billion programme in 2024.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Friday, Sankok said the size of a country’s debt should not be considered in isolation, arguing that a stronger economy could sustain a larger debt burden than a smaller economy
By Chrispho OwuorThe Kenya Bankers Association (KBA), which led a session on domestic borrowing, credit and financial sector stability, said the increase in government borrowing was changing how banks allocate their funds.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Market Perceptions Survey found that businesses remained broadly optimistic about the country’s economic prospects over the next 12 months, with lower lending rates, recovering tourism and construction, stronger private-sector credit and macroeconomic stability expected to support growth
By Chrispho OwuorThe SG argued that political leaders should present clear and practical plans for rebuilding government finances, noting that the next administration would inherit a strained fiscal position
By Chrispho OwuorThe payments averaged Sh1.82 billion every year, despite the funds not being available for use in the projects they were meant to support. The Controller of Budget described the cost as an unnecessary drain on public finances at a time when the government continues to face cash-flow problems.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe latest report identifies several factors behind the continued accumulation of commitment fees, including undisbursed loan balances, delays in project implementation, weak planning and procurement processes, fiscal constraints and operational challenges.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iGachagua questioned the pace of government borrowing, expenditure at State House and delays in disbursing funds to counties, arguing that the increased borrowing had not been matched by corresponding development
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking during a Radio Generation interview on Monday, Makhanu stressed the government should concentrate on basic services, public debt, corruption and adherence to the Constitution and the rule of law before embarking on another ambitious development blueprint
By Chrispho OwuorKalonzo argued that any discussions outside the election agenda were designed to shift public attention away from issues affecting ordinary citizens.
By Chrispho OwuorTaking to his X account on Wednesday, Otieno said any future political unity must be anchored on economic sovereignty, job creation, lower taxes and the protection of public resources, as political realignments gather momentum ahead of the 2027 General Election
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Alas said the government should shift its focus from campaign rhetoric to practical solutions rooted in data, institutional reforms and industrialization, warning that corruption, public debt and youth unemployment continue to weigh heavily on ordinary Kenyans.
By David AbonyoThe Office of the Controller of Budget says Kenya already has oversight tools that can be strengthened for better public debt governance, and urges Parliament to rely on existing Budget Implementation Review Reports rather than create parallel reporting systems.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe petition asks the court to determine whether the public debt was incurred lawfully and whether former President Uhuru Kenyatta and a number of current and former government officials should be held personally responsible for decisions made during the borrowing process.
By Bradley BosireThe bond was divided into two tranches. One raised $900 million (about Sh116 billion), carrying an interest rate of 7.9 per cent and maturing in 2034. The second raised $1.35 billion (about Sh174 billion), carries an interest rate of 8.7 per cent and will mature in 2039.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKindiki noted that the legal framework required to operationalise the fund is already in place and that the government is finalising the remaining processes after securing the initial capital.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Omtatah alleged that legal provisions within public finance laws had created opportunities for abuse and opened avenues for funds to be handled outside constitutional requirements.
By David AbonyoTreasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said Kenya’s economy continued to post positive growth across various sectors, even as it faced the effects of geopolitical tensions and climate-related disruptions.
By Bradley BosireAccording 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 KinyanjuiThe 2026 Global Peace Index says Kenya, while not in direct armed conflict, could face politically sensitive economic strain as regional instability and tighter global finances increase debt repayment and food supply risks ahead of elections.
By Maureen KinyanjuiEstablished under Article 228 of the Constitution, the Office of the Controller of Budget oversees the implementation of budgets by both levels of government and authorises withdrawals from public funds.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMohamed linked the debt issue to broader governance concerns, saying financial mismanagement has weakened service delivery and public trust
By Chrispho OwuorRigathi Gachgua argued that the government's projected expenditure of Sh4.82 trillion was disconnected from the realities facing ordinary citizens
By Chrispho OwuorOf the Sh2.31 trillion earmarked for debt servicing, Sh1.25 trillion, representing 54 per cent, will be used to pay interest on loans while Sh1.06 trillion will go towards repayment of the principal debt.
By Maureen KinyanjuiNew official data shows public debt rose by Sh533 billion between December and March, increasing from Sh12.29 trillion to Sh12.83 trillion during the period.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement on Monday, Otieno argued that rising taxation, expanding debt obligations, and slowing economic productivity are placing increasing pressure on households, businesses, and long-term national development planning.
By Chrispho Owuor