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Treasury CS John Mbadi reads 2026-27 Budget at Parliament buildings, Nairobi. June 11th, 2026. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has proposed an allocation of Sh45.6 billion to the sports, culture, recreation and tourism sectors.

Speaking during the presentation of the 2026-27 budget, Mbadi said the funding is aimed at stimulating growth in tourism, sports, culture, recreation and the arts.

While unveiling the Sh4.8 trillion budget, the CS said sports and the arts are critical to national identity, youth empowerment and economic diversification.