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Originally published by Standard Politicspolitics
June 5, 2026
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Gachagua: Reject 2026-27 budget, it will strain households and businesses
The Democracy for the Citizen Party (DCP) now wants Kenyans to reject this year’s budget estimates...
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, through the Democracy for the Citizen Party (DCP), is urging Kenyans to reject the proposed 2026-27 budget, citing it as punitive and disconnected from the country's economic realities.
- Gachagua claims the budget will strain households and businesses by increasing taxes and compliance pressure.
- The DCP leader highlighted concerns over the government's pursuit of unrealistic revenue targets and rising national debt, estimated at Sh13 trillion.
- He advocated for a budget that prioritizes basic needs like food, healthcare, and education, while adhering to constitutional public participation.
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