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June 24, 2026
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Omtatah questions Sh101bn in ‘other expenses’ budget allocations

Omtatah questions Sh101bn in ‘other expenses’ budget allocations

The Busia senator said Sh101.37 billion in the budget estimates has been classified under the category, including Sh26.4 billion in development expenditure and Sh74.97 billion in recurrent spending...

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Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has raised serious concerns regarding a substantial allocation of Sh101.37 billion in the proposed 2026/27 national budget categorized as “Other Operating Expenses,” arguing it lacks transparency.

  • Sh101.37 billion is allocated under the vague "Other Operating Expenses" category, comprising Sh26.4 billion in development and Sh74.97 billion in recurrent spending.
  • Key individuals and government bodies such as the National Treasury and State House Kenya have significant allocations within this item.
  • Senator Omtatah contends this practice may violate the Constitution and the Public Finance Management Act by not linking funds to specific programmes or measurable outcomes, potentially hindering parliamentary oversight and accountability.

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