How debt burden is denying the sick, children critical services

For every Sh100 collected from taxpayers, about Sh76 is used to service the interest on loans, leaving little for education, health and other essential services...

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Kenya's heavy national debt is severely impacting the provision of critical public services, with a significant portion of taxpayer money allocated to servicing loans rather than essential sectors like health and education.

For every Sh100 collected from taxpayers, approximately Sh76 is used to service the interest on loans.
This leaves limited funds for vital services such as education and health.
The issue was highlighted in a report featuring Treasury CS John Mbadi at Parliament Building in Nairobi on September 18, 2025.

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