The 2025/2026 national budget in Kenya sees the education sector receiving a substantial allocation of Sh702.7 billion, while the agriculture sector faces a 20.1 percent budget cut to Sh47.6 billion.

• The education sector includes Sh387.2 billion for the Teachers Service Commission and funding for various education programs.
• The proposal was presented by John Mbadi, the Treasury Cabinet Secretary, emphasizing the need for investment in education.
• The agricultural budget cuts significantly from Sh60.4 billion, affecting key areas such as fertilizer subsidies and food security.

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi is set to present a Ksh 4.24 trillion budget before the National Assembly, focusing on tax cuts amid rising living costs.

• Ksh 1.79 trillion will be allocated for recurrent expenses.
• Mbadi is the newly appointed head of the treasury.
• Ksh 701.1 billion is earmarked for education, the largest allocation in the budget.

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has called for strict financial discipline to address Kenya's escalating public debt, presenting his case during the 2024/2025 national budget estimates.

• Kenya's public debt exceeds Sh10 trillion, highlighting the urgency for fiscal responsibility.
• John Mbadi signifies the critical need for streamlined public expenditure and effective revenue mobilization.
• His emphasis on avoiding high taxes is aimed at nurturing the private sector and sustaining economic growth.

The National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced that the Finance Bill 2025 will not introduce new taxes, addressing public unrest from previous tax policies.

• The government aims to raise Sh30 billion through reforms and improved compliance rather than new taxes.
• Mbadi highlighted the need for tax rationalization to reduce expenditures, which rose from Sh393.1 billion in 2022 to Sh510.6 billion in 2023.
• Key proposals include reducing the digital asset tax from 3 percent to 1.5 percent and expanding mortgage interest tax relief for home construction.

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced significant income tax reforms in the proposed 2025/2026 Budget, aiming to enhance revenue while alleviating burdens on workers and businesses.

• Gratuity payments from both public and private sectors will be fully exempt from taxation.
• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is set to receive new powers to negotiate Advance Pricing Agreements with multinational companies.
• New mortgage interest relief will extend to those constructing residential homes, enhancing affordability in homeownership.