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Opposition leaders Rigathi Gachagua-DCP, Kalonzo Musyoka-Wiper and Fred Matiangi-Jubilee Deputy leader on June 10, 2026. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard]
The opposition has mounted a sharp critique of President William Ruto’s administration ahead of the presentation of the 2026/2027 national budget, unveiling what it calls a “People’s Budget” that seeks to radically reshape Kenya’s fiscal priorities.
The opposition presented a Sh.4.32 trillion “People’s Budget,” which it says would reduce the fiscal deficit to 2.8 per cent of GDP while relying on improved compliance and efficiency rather than new taxes.
The plan includes increased funding for education and health, restoration of programmes such as Linda Mama and Edu Afya, and a Sh.80 billion youth employment initiative.
