The Kenyan Treasury has announced plans to borrow an additional Ksh1.02 trillion (approximately USD7.8 billion) before the 2027 General Elections to address a widening budget deficit and growing expenditure demands. This comes amid rising public debt levels, with total public debt reaching Ksh12.06 trillion as of September 2025.

• The planned borrowing, equivalent to 4.9 percent of GDP, includes Ksh241.8 billion in net external financing and Ksh775.8 billion in net domestic borrowing.
• Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo highlighted the need for these funds to maintain fiscal stability and support critical sectors.
• Funds will be allocated for hiring 20,000 intern teachers, a Ksh1.6 billion investment in teacher training, and the recent recruitment of 10,000 police officers.