This will be a wananchi’s budget if it transforms their lives with more money in their pockets and more optimism.

Analysts say the “Mwananchi Budget” relies on heavy domestic borrowing, worsening living costs and weakening support for jobs and small businesses.

Mbadi’s budget speech highlighted economic gains but raised questions over growth forecasts, PAYE relief delays and gaps in key economic data.

Orange Democratic Movement Party leader Oburu Odinga has defended the government's budget deficit financing strategy, arguing that borrowing to bridge revenue gaps is a common…

Over the current financial year, the budget for State House was initially set at Sh8.58 billion but this, however, ballooned to Sh17 billion in the supplementary budget.

This will be a wananchi’s budget if it transforms their lives with more money in their pockets and more optimism.

Expanded funding for village elders and cash transfer programmes in the 2026 Finance Bill has sparked debate.

Although the 2026/27 budget introduces no major new taxes, experts warn that stricter tax administration and compliance measures could raise the cost of doing business.

Expanded funding for village elders and cash transfer programmes in the 2026 Finance Bill has sparked debate.