Sports Department Seeks Extra Sh6.75bn for AFCON 2027 Preparedness
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 20-State Department for Sports is seeking parliamentary approval for a Sh32.24 billion budget for the 2026/27 financial year, marking Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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The State Department for Sports is requesting a significant budget increase to Sh32.24 billion for the 2026/27 financial year, primarily for preparations related to AFCON 2027 and major sports infrastructure projects.
- The department is seeking an additional Sh6.75 billion above the initial ceiling.
- The proposal was presented by Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi to the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Sports and Culture.
- The revised budget prioritizes development spending, allocating Sh28.8 billion towards projects like the Talanta Sports City Stadium.
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