Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has called on Kenyans to make suggestions for the budget for the upcoming fiscal year, 2025/2026.
In a notice dated Tuesday, December 17, Mbadi stated that the submissions could include revenue administration reforms and measures to support the growth of the manufacturing sector.
He added that people can also suggest measures to enhance macroeconomic stability and implementation of programs and projects by the current administration.
Kenyans were also advised to make recommendations on the tax laws that should be amended and that the recommendations should be supported by a clear justification for the proposal.
“The National Treasury hereby invites the members of the public, the national government and county governments, non-governmental organisations, civil societies, professional bodies, private sector players, and religious groups to make submissions for consideration in the preparation of the fiscal budget for the Financial Year 2025/2026,” read part of the notice.
Mr. Mbadi explained that the call for submissions was in line with Articles 201 and 232(1)(d) of the Constitution and Section 35 of the Public Finance Management Act, which require openness and accountability, including public participation in financial matters.
