Opposition unveils 'People's Budget' ahead of 202627 fiscal plan (opens original article in a new tab)

The Kenyan opposition unveiled a Sh.4.32 trillion 'People's Budget' ahead of the 2026/2027 fiscal plan, criticizing the government's fiscal policies and proposing alternative spending priorities.

• Opposition presented a Sh.4.32 trillion budget to reduce fiscal deficit to 2.8% of GDP through efficiency and compliance.
• Accused government of fiscal recklessness, excessive borrowing, and anti-poor policies, citing a Sh.1.1 trillion financing gap in the proposed budget.
• Proposed reforms include increased education and health funding, youth employment initiatives, and redirecting resources from debt servicing and state expenditures.