Mixed reactions as Kenyans weigh Sh4.8 trillion budget priorities

The budget speech by the Treasury Cabinet Secretary has elicited mixed reactions from Kenyans. A section argues that while the budget places significant emphasis on service delivery and development initiatives, it falls short of addressing the mounting tax burden and rising cost of living facing ordinary citizens. Others, however, have lauded the budget, noting that key sectors such as education and county government funding received substantial attention and support. The government’s move to reduce borrowing to finance the budget has also drawn praise from some quarters.