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Kenya’s State House spent Sh4.5 billion in Q1 2025/26—over half its annual budget—sparking concerns over transparency and spending amid public hardships.
Kenya’s State House spent Sh4.5 billion in the first quarter of 2025/26, exceeding half its annual budget, according to the Controller of Budget.
The expenditure, averaging Sh50 million daily, included Sh3.1 billion labeled as “other expenses,” raising concerns over confidential funds.
Despite President Ruto’s 2024 pledge to cut costs, spending on salaries, travel, hospitality, and fuel remained high.
Critics note the contrast with widespread public hardships, including school funding gaps and hospital shortages.
If the pace continues, State House could spend up to Sh18 billion by year-end, possibly requiring a supplementary budget.
La Casa del Estado de Kenia gastó 4.5 mil millones de shillings en el primer trimestre de 2025/26, más de la mitad de su presupuesto anual, lo que generó preocupaciones sobre la transparencia y el gasto en medio de las dificultades públicas.