PS Dr. Chris Kiptoo,@DrChrisKiptoo today appeared before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning during its retreat in Kiambu County to provide clarification on key proposals contained in the Finance Bill, 2026 and outline the policy rationale underpinning the proposed measures. Dr. Kiptoo was accompanied by the Director-General for Budget, Fiscal and Economic Affairs (BFEA), Mr. Albert Mwenda, and Tax Policy Advisor, Ms. Risper Simiyu. The Finance Bill, 2026 seeks to enhance the efficiency, fairness and administration of Kenya's tax system while supporting the implementation of the Government's FY 2026/27 Budget priorities. Addressing the Committee, Dr. Kiptoo explained that the proposed measures are designed to simplify tax compliance, broaden the tax base, curb revenue leakages, rationalise tax expenditures, modernise tax administration and strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation in a manner that supports businesses, creates jobs and accelerates economic growth. Among the key proposals is the exemption of dialysers used in kidney dialysis treatment from Value Added Tax (VAT), a measure aimed at lowering the cost of healthcare and improving access to life-saving treatment for thousands of Kenyans living with kidney disease. The Principal Secretary noted that the Bill seeks to create a more equitable and sustainable tax system by encouraging wider participation in the tax framework while improving compliance. The proposed reforms are expected to generate sustainable revenues required to finance the Government's development agenda and delivery of public services. Dr. Kiptoo commended the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning, chaired by Hon. Francis Kuria Kimani, MP (Molo Constituency), for its dedication and commitment throughout the consideration of the Finance Bill, particularly in conducting extensive public participation across the country. He emphasized that the views, recommendations and concerns raised by Kenyans during the public participation process remain critical in shaping a fair, responsive and inclusive tax policy framework that reflects the aspirations of citizens while safeguarding the country's fiscal sustainability. The National Treasury remains committed to working closely with Parliament, stakeholders and the public to ensure the enactment of tax policies that promote economic growth, protect livelihoods and support Kenya's long-term development objectives. @NAssemblyKE @KuriaKimaniMP

Months of consultation. Weeks of preparation. One national commitment. Today, the FY 2026/27 Budget was presented to Parliament, setting the course for Kenya's economic transformation, fiscal sustainability, and shared prosperity. We thank all Kenyans, stakeholders, and institutions who contributed to this process and followed today's proceedings. Together, we are building a stronger economy and a brighter future for every Kenyan. 🇰🇪 #BudgetReading2026,#BudgetYetu2026 #BuildingKenyaTogether

#Budget2026 reaffirms the Government’s commitment to sustaining economic transformation, creating opportunities for all, strengthening resilience and building a more prosperous and self-reliant Kenya. Learn more: treasury.go.ke/treasury-spee… #BudgetYetuKE

#Budget2026: The Government continues to prioritize the Digital Superhighway and Creative Economy to enhance productivity and competitiveness. With an allocation of Ksh 8.6 billion in the FY 2026/27 Budget, these investments will expand ICT infrastructure, drive digital inclusion, and create sustainable jobs to empower Kenyan youth. #BudgetReading2026 #DigitalSuperhighway

#BudgetReading2026: Investing in Education is investing in the future of the nation. The FY 2026/27 Budget prioritizes human capital development through substantial resource allocations to the Teachers Service Commission, basic education, and higher education to strengthen learning infrastructure and drive competency-based reforms. #Budget2026 #BudgetYetuKE Click here to learn more here: treasury.go.ke/treasury-spee…

#Budget2026: The Government is committed to expanding access to decent housing for low- and middle-income households, reducing the national deficit while stimulating broad-based growth. Through the nation-wide Affordable Housing Program, the FY 2026/27 Budget scales up investments to create structural jobs and economic opportunities for youth, businesses, and artisans. To learn more about #BudgetYetuKE’s allocations to housing click here: treasury.go.ke/treasury-spee… #BudgetReading2026

#BudgetReading2026 advances public policy focused on strategic growth, enhanced domestic revenue mobilization, fiscal discipline, and safeguarding livelihoods. #Budget2026 is a budget for wananchi. Visit treasury.go.ke/ to learn more about #BudgetYetuKE

The implementation of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) has been allocated Ksh 386.1 billion in the FY 2026/27 Budget. This investment will be deployed through a value chain approach across five strategic priority clusters to drive resilient and inclusive growth, ensuring key sectors in the transformation agenda are funded to promote growth. #BudgetReading2026 #Budget2026 #BETA

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the true engines of growth and job creation for Kenya. To support their expansion, the FY 2026/27 Budget addresses critical challenges by enhancing access to affordable credit, lowering operational barriers, and improving infrastructure and market access. #BudgetReading2026 #Budget2026 #BETA

#BudgetYetuKE has been officially been read! Anchored on sustaining the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), this framework sets out to accelerate economic recovery, expand job opportunities, and build structural resilience for all Kenyans amid a challenging global environment. #BudgetReading2026 #Budget2026

Before the Budget is read, it is written through months of hard work, rigorous analysis, consultation, and collaboration. Behind today’s FY 2026/27 Budget Statement are hundreds of public servants, economists, planners, policy experts, and institutions working together to shape Kenya’s economic future. Now being presented to Parliament, the Budget is more than a financial document. It is a statement of national priorities, a roadmap for development, and a commitment to improving the lives and livelihoods of millions of Kenyans. As the nation follows #BudgetReading2026, we celebrate the dedication of all those who contributed to this important process and reaffirm our collective commitment to building a more prosperous, inclusive, and resilient Kenya. #Budget2026 #BudgetYetuKE

The Leader of the Majority Party @KIMANIICHUNGWAH ushers the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary, Hon. John Mbadi to the National Assembly Chamber to make his second public pronouncement on the Budget Highlights and Revenue Raising Measures for FY 2026/2027. #BudgetKE2026

Live proceedings ~ Budget for the Financial Year 2026/2027: facebook.com/share/v/17cP3VP…