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March 17, 2026
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State House Asks MPs for Ksh9.76 Billion in Additional Funding Amid Uproar

State House Asks MPs for Ksh9.76 Billion in Additional Funding Amid Uproar

There has been public uproar over the State House spending, with Kenyans calling for more prudent management, despite the House on the Hill insisting that its budget is insufficient...

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State House is seeking an additional Ksh 9.76 billion in funding for the current financial year, citing an inadequate budget that jeopardizes planned presidential operations and hospitality needs.

  • State House requires a total of Ksh 18.33 billion for the 2025/26 financial year but has only received Ksh 8.58 billion.
  • The request was made by State House Comptroller Katoo Ole Metito to the parliamentary Administration and Internal Security Committee.
  • The increased funding demand is linked to higher travel, hospitality costs, and the expansion of State Lodges from eight to fourteen under President Ruto's administration.

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