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May 13, 2026
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Underfunding exerts pressure on labour sector and public service programmes

Underfunding exerts pressure on labour sector and public service programmes

Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) under the Departmental Committee on Labour have appealed to Parliament for additional funding in the 2026/27 financial year...

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Several government bodies under the Departmental Committee on Labour have urged Parliament to increase funding for the 2026/27 financial year, citing insufficient current allocations that threaten critical public service and labour programmes.

  • The State Department for Public Service and Human Capital Development faces a funding shortfall of Sh11 billion, having been allocated Sh13.563 billion against a needed Sh25.45 billion.
  • Key figures include Principal Secretary Dr Jane Imbunya and Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime, who highlighted their departments' struggles.
  • The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) also reported a funding gap of approximately Sh1.2 billion.

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