Tag: Kenya fiscal policy

More Revenue, Lower Costs: Kenya’s Fiscal Challenge Ahead of 2027

Kenya’s FY2027/28 budget cycle begins against a difficult fiscal backdrop. The economy remains relatively resilient, with GDP growth projected at 5.0 per cent in 2026 and 5.1 per cent in 2027. That resilience, however, has not eased the pressure on public finances. The government continues to face revenue shortfalls, a sizeable fiscal deficit and limited […]...

Political and Regulatory Affairs Round-Ups

Kenya Wanjigi Dismisses Opposition Budget, Unveils Alternative Tax and Debt Plan Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi dismissed the opposition’s “People’s Budget,” calling i...

5 Jun 2026

Taxpayers to Spend KSh2.31T on Debt Repayment, Interests

As Kenyans prepare for another financial year marked by new taxes and spending controls, one figure stands out in the government’s budget plans: KSh2.31 trillion. That is the amount taxpayers are ...

10 Apr 2026

The Budget-Making Cycle: Taking Stock in the Run-up to the Finance Bill, 2026

By the time the Finance Bill reaches Parliament, the most important decisions have already been made. And often, public debate begins when tax proposals are tabled. In reality, Kenya’s fiscal dire...

18 Jul 2025

Trade and Financial Service Round-Up: Issue No. 27 of 2025

Kenya Record Customs Revenue In January Over New Alcohol, Sugar Tax Formula Higher taxes on imported alcohol and sugar pushed customs revenue to a record Sh82.55 billion in January, with the Kenya Rev...