Mbadi admits Kenyans sought to lessen burden but offers little hope

Treasury CS John Mbadi put on a brave face as he presented his Budget statement in Parliament, painting a contradictory image of an economy that is on the mend. ..

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National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi presented a dual-faceted Budget statement on Thursday, acknowledging public desire to ease economic burdens while offering limited optimism amidst significant domestic and global challenges.

The Budget statement highlighted contradictory economic signals: recovery alongside seemingly insurmountable hurdles.
Key figures involved include CS John Mbadi, Finance and Planning Committee Chairman Kuria Kimani, and National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee Chairman Samuel Atandi.
The article notes the June 11, 2026 date for the presentation at Parliament Buildings.