The National Assembly has initiated public hearings on Kenya's proposed Sh4.78 trillion budget for 2026/27, taking the consultative process to 16 counties from May 13 to May 15.

• The budget, submitted to Parliament on April 30, is under review by the Budget and Appropriations Committee, chaired by Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi.
• The hearings are mandated by Articles 118 and 221 of the Constitution, emphasizing citizen involvement in legislation and budget-making.
• The public is also invited to submit written memoranda by 5 p.m. on May 25, as the nation grapples with concerns over public debt and taxation.

The National Assembly has opened public hearings across 16 counties for the proposed Ksh4.78 trillion Budget Estimates for the 2026/2027 financial year.

• The public can submit written memoranda by May 25 to the Clerk of the National Assembly.
• Hearings are scheduled from May 13 to May 15, involving the Budget and Appropriations Committee.
• The proposed budget includes increased borrowing of Ksh1.170 trillion and projected interest payments of Ksh1.2 trillion, raising concerns about national debt.

The National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee is holding public hearings in 16 counties to gather input on the proposed Sh4.78 trillion budget for the 2026/27 financial year.

• The proposed budget totals Sh4.78 trillion.
• The National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee is leading the hearings.
• Public input is being sought in various counties from May 13-15, with written submissions due by May 25.

Kenyan workers will see wage adjustments following the formalization of a 12% increase in general minimum wages and a 15% increase for agricultural workers. Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua signed the legal notices implementing these changes, aiming to cushion Kenyans from the rising cost of living.

• The new wage structure will affect employee earnings across various sectors once gazetted.
• Key figures involved include Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua, President William Ruto, the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE), and COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli.
• There are divided opinions, with the FKE stating they will only adjust minimum wages, while COTU insists the 12% is a general adjustment.