Education sector wins big in 2025/26 budget as agriculture takes a hit

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 12 – The education sector has emerged as the biggest winner in the 2025/2026 national budget, receiving the lion’s share of Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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The education sector in Kenya has received a substantial boost in the 2025/2026 national budget, with a total allocation of Sh702.7 billion, while funding for agriculture has seen a significant reduction.

Sh702.7 billion allocated to the education sector, the highest in the budget
John Mbadi, Treasury Cabinet Secretary, emphasizes education as essential for national development
Agriculture funding decreased by 20.1% to Sh47.6 billion, despite its importance for food security

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