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HomeDaily NewsTuesday, December 16, 2025Cabinet Approves KSh5 Trillion National Infrastructure Fund Amid Constitutional Debate - December 2025
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Cabinet Approves KSh5 Trillion National Infrastructure Fund Amid Constitutional Debate - December 2025

The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a KSh5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund, which aims to accelerate economic growth by using creative financing methods beyond traditional taxation. COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli urged Kenyans to support the proposed fund, stating it is crucial for addressing infrastructure deficiencies and preventing road accidents. However, the proposal is facing a challenge over its plan to be registered as a Limited Liability Company (LLC). Critics argue that this structure would be a direct violation of Kenya's 2010 Constitution.

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Tuesday 12:26 PMKenyans

Atwoli Reveals Why Ksh 5 Trillion National Infrastructure Fund Should Be Implemented

Atwoli Reveals Why Ksh 5 Trillion National Infrastructure Fund Should Be Implemented

COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has urged Kenyans to support President William Ruto's proposed Ksh 5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund, stating it is crucial to prevent road accidents and address infrastructure deficiencies.

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Key Highlights

COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has urged Kenyans to support President William Ruto's proposed Ksh 5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund, stating it is crucial to prevent road accidents and address infrastructure deficiencies.

  • The National Infrastructure Fund, approved by the Cabinet, aims to accelerate economic growth and fund major projects, including the dualling of the Muthaiga-Kiambu-Ndumberi road and a 60-kilometre expressway from Nairobi City to Thika.
  • Atwoli criticized "primitive individuals" opposing the fund and planning to challenge it in court.
  • The fund faces opposition from Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro, who demands accountability for Ksh 4 trillion previously borrowed.
  • The National Infrastructure Fund bill is currently awaiting parliamentary debate and approval.
Monday 6:15 PMKenyansFirst

Cabinet Approves Ksh5 Trillion National Infrastructure Fund

Cabinet Approves Ksh5 Trillion National Infrastructure Fund

The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a KSh5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund and a Sovereign Wealth Fund, aiming to accelerate economic growth and improve Kenya's financial standing. Both funds will utilize creative financing methods beyond traditional taxation to mobilize resources for national development.

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Tuesday 11:33 AMCapital News

GITOBU IMANYARA: Why a KSh 5 Trillion LLC Is a Constitutional Red Line

GITOBU IMANYARA: Why a KSh 5 Trillion LLC Is a Constitutional Red Line

The proposed registration of a National Infrastructure Fund, projected to reach KSh 5 trillion, as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is being challenged as a direct violation of Kenya's 2010 Constitution.

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The proposed registration of a National Infrastructure Fund, projected to reach KSh 5 trillion, as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is being challenged as a direct violation of Kenya's 2010 Constitution.

  • The proposal is deemed unconstitutional as it bypasses established frameworks for public finance under Articles 206, 210, 221, and 226.
  • The plan would remove trillions of shillings from parliamentary oversight, legislative approval, and audit by the Auditor-General.
  • An LLC structure would eliminate public participation and replace constitutional openness with shareholder secrecy, leading to concerns about corruption and impunity.
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Key Highlights

The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a KSh5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund and a Sovereign Wealth Fund, aiming to accelerate economic growth and improve Kenya's financial standing. Both funds will utilize creative financing methods beyond traditional taxation to mobilize resources for national development.

  • The National Infrastructure Fund, approved as a limited liability company, will serve as a central engine for deploying capital into high-priority infrastructure projects.
  • The Sovereign Wealth Fund will manage revenues from mineral and petroleum resources, dividends from public investments, and a portion of privatisation proceeds.
  • All proceeds from privatisation will be strictly allocated for infrastructure investment under this new framework.